Saachi Mehta was visualizer and designer of the mega exhibition covering various aspects of geo-politics and the legal system which was held as part of the ‘वसुधैव कुटुंबकम की ओर 4.0 (Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam ki Oar 4.0)’ Conclave held at August Kranti Maidan in Mumbai from January 16-21, 2026. Saachi is the daughter of Sarika and Parag Babulal Mehta.
A number of community members took part in the Tata Mumbai Marathon held on January 18, 2026, displaying stamina to complete full or half races, while some also raised funds for social causes. Vishal Bhansali, who has now run the gruelling Full Marathon of 42 km for the 13th time, achieved a unique ‘Procam Slam’. This involved continuously completing multiple races across four different cities within the defined time limit.
The Palanpur Samaj Kendra Sports Committee successfully organized the Table Tennis, Carrom, and Chess tournaments at the National Sports Club of India on Sunday, 4th January 2026.
Vidyamandir alumnus Radhika Prakashbhai Patel, a resident of Palanpur, has been selected for the Indian Women's Futsal Football Team that will participate in SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship 2026 that is being held from January 31 to February 7, 2026 in Nepal. She has earlier also played for the country at the Asia Cup in 2025.
Rima Saatvik Jain was a member of the team that emerged as Runner-Up in Women’s Doubles at the Yonex Sunrise 1st Maharashtra Veteran (Masters) State Selection Badminton Tournament held at Nashik from January 11-15, 2026. The event was organized by the Maharashtra Badminton Association.
Smt Pravinaben Sevantibhai Mehta (age 93) passed away Mumbai on 28 Jan 2026
Smt Sudhaben Lalitkumar Mody (age 90) passed away Mumbai on 22 Jan 2026
Smt Sudhaben Rajendrabhai Mehta (age 76) passed away Mumbai on 17 Jan 2026
Shri Dilipbhai Popatlal Mehta (Baka Bhai) (age 61) passed away Palanpur on 15 Jan 2026
Shri Rashmikant Amratlal Parikh (age 88) passed away in Mumbai on 07 Jan 2026
