P. Mandali’s R. A. Podar College of Commerce and Economics, Matunga – Mumbai organised ‘Moneta 2023-24’ from 7th to 9th December 2023. Moneta 2023-24 featured a diverse array of activities promoting the theme ‘VittJagriti’ which means ‘Financial Awareness’. Two teams from B.Com programme and Management Studies Dept. participated in the event comprising of 12 students per team from each programme. The inaugural ceremony began at 9:00 a.m. on 7th December with the lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries and a warm welcome to all the participants by the Principal of the College. Mr. Amish Mehta, MD of CRISIL was invited as the Chief guest for the inaugural ceremony.
Moneta 2023 encompassed enlightening seminars, exploring subjects within the finance sector by top-notch professionals. The event also featured engaging competitions tailored to enhance the multifaceted aspects of the finance sector. A total of 13 events unfolded over the three days, including “Manobhav”, “Bullring”, “Corporate Board Room”, “Production Paradox”, etc. VVM’s Shree Damodar College was represented by two teams: Tim Hortons – the B.Com students and Team Pizza Hut – BBA(FS) students.
The B.Com team, “Tim Hortons,” consisted of Ms. Brionna Noronha being the Contingent Leader, Ms. Nidhi Kunde being Asst. Contingent Leader, Mr. Soham Gharse, Ms. Aditi Satardekar, Mr. Sathvik Satardekar, Mr. Vedang Bagade, Mr. Advaith Ainapur, Ms. Abha Naik, Ms. Tanvi Tengse, Mr. Aditya Joshi, Mr. Vishal Kubawat and Mr. Aldric Menezes Gama. The BBA and BBA(FS) team, “Pizza Hut,” comprised of Mr. Suyash Patki being the Contingent Leader, Mr. Aden Vaz being the Asst. Contingent Leader, Mr. Dhruv Kadkade, Mr. Sunil Dhanapnavar, Ms. Ayesha Rafiq, Mr. Afzal Shaikh, Ms. Pavitra Gadkar, Ms. Simran Sharma, Ms. Uddhav Pai Talkatkar, Ms. Solonche Pereira, Mr. Devraj Choudhary, and Mr. Prajvalit Gaonkar. The two teams were guided and accompanied by Asst. Prof. Ainsley Bernard and Asst. Prof. Sushrusha Naik Khandekar.
Both the teams showcased exceptional skills with many members qualifying for final rounds and securing top positions. Tim Hortons received the Best PR Team award, while Mr. Suyash Patki, student from FY BBA(FS), the Contigent Leader of Team Pizza Hut earned the Best CL award for his excellent time management and leadership skills. Mr. Dhruv Kadkade, student from FY BBA(FS) and Mr. Suyash Patki, student from FY BBA(FS) secured second place and Mr. Vishal Kubawat, student from SY B.Com and Mr. Aldric Menezes Gama, student from TY B.Com secured third place in the event ‘Beyond D-Street’. Mr. Afzal Shaikh student from SY BBA and Ms. Ayesha Rafiq, student from FY BBA(FS) won first place for the event ‘Study in Scarlet’. Mr. Adez Vaz student from FY BBA(FS) and Mr. Sunil Dhanapnavar student from FY BBA(FS) won 2nd place for the event ‘Manobhav’. Moneta 2023 concluded on 9thDecember at 9:00 p.m. The spirit of the event was encapsulated by the pursuit of knowledge, teamwork, and an overall enriching experience.
