Skål International India National Congress 2025 Concludes in Mumbai

Skål International India’s National Congress 2025 concluded at the Sahara Star Hotel in Mumbai, marking a historic milestone. Held from September 12 to 14, the three-day event attracted a record-breaking attendance of more than 200 delegates from India and overseas, all paying full congress fees to participate in this landmark gathering.

The Congress opened with grandeur, with notable figures such as Maneka Gandhi, Shashi Tharoor, Pooja Bedi, Subhash Gha, Zayed Khani, and others lending prestige and inspiration to the occasion.

TRANSPARENCY AND GROWTH AT THE CORE

The heart of the congress featured the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 2024–2025 financial year on Day 1, preceded by the National Board meeting. President Sanjeev Mehra and Treasurer Monik Dharamshi presented transparent reports on finances and activities. Delegates appreciated the clarity of leadership, as the roadmap for Vision 2025–2030 was shared, outlining strategies to strengthen Skål’s footprint in India and deepen global engagement.

“This congress is not just about numbers; it is about values, vision, and vitality,” says Dr Mukesh Batra, President, Skål International Mumbai South,the host club. “We are proud to host Skålleagues from across India and abroad to Mumbai, to celebrate the true spirit of friendship, collaboration, and business networking that Skål stands for.”

For the first time, Skål International India’s national board has launched the Skål International Indian Excellence Awards 2025, designed to recognise outstanding contributions from clubs, individuals, and Friends of Skål. The awards celebrate achievements in club performance, membership growth, innovation, sustainability, and community impact.

The Award List

1. Best Performing Indian Skål Club of the Year 2025 – Skål International Chennai

2. Best Active Indian Skål Club of the Year 2025 – Skål International Goa

3. Fastest Growing Indian Skål Club of the Year 2025 – Skål International Bangalore

4. Best Indian Skål Club Event of the Year 2025 – Jointly awarded to Skål International Kolkata and Skål International Jammu & Kashmir for their inspiring Twinning Ceremony — a historic milestone reflecting unity, collaboration, and friendship across regions

5. Best Indian Skål Club CSR of the Year 2025 – Skål International Coimbatore

6. Recognition as a Reckoning Force – Skål International Kochi

7. Recognition for Outstanding Young Skål Engagement – Raja Gopal Iyer, Skål International Trivandrum

8. Indian Skålleague of the Year 2025 – Kamleshwaran PS, Skål International Chennai

9. Recognition for Global Outreach – NSN Mohan, Deputy Vice President and Director of Region 10, Skål International