Nilesh Khandale Tukaram Bhaurao Sathe, affectionately known as Sahitya Samrat Annabhau Sathe (1920-1969), was a prominent Indian Marathi writer, poet, and social activist who made enduring contributions to Marathi literature. Born into a Dalit family in Maharashtra, he witnessed the social and economic disparities prevalent in society. Annabhau Sathe is renowned for his prolific literary …
Rajarshi Shahu Short Film Festival
The Shivdarpan committee, AISSMS COE Pune, seeks to recognize and reward positive portrayals in all forms of media. We are happy to have Nishant Roy Bombarde as a member of the Jury of our Film Festival. Content creators, filmmakers, and students are invited to submit their short films This special competition is geared towards showcasing …
Nilesh Khandale’s short film Ambuj – Drop the pride in your caste
Gaurav Somwanshi Nilesh Khandale’s debut short movie, ‘Ambuj’ seeks to shed light on some of the most pervasive but less talked about elements of the Indian caste society. Working as an Event Manager, and belonging to the Matang community in Maharashtra, Nilesh has always led the struggle of Phule-Shahu-Ambedkarite thought on social media where his …