चरन् वै मधु विन्दति चरन् स्वदुम् उदुम्बरम् सुर्यस्य
पस्य स्ह्रेमनम् यो न तन्द्रयते चरन् चरैवेति चरैवेति

चलता हुआ मनुष्य ही मधु पाता है,चलता हुआ ही स्वादिष्ट फल चखता है,
सूर्य का परिश्रम देखो, जो नित्य चलता हुआ कभी आलस्य नहीं करता। इसलिए चलते रहो,चलते रहो॥

Founders

Dr.Kaynat Kazi

Dr. Kaynat Kazi is a passionate traveler, author, photographer, and storyteller who brings cultures to life through her words and lens. In 2012, she founded Rahagiri, India’s first Hindi travel photography blog, inspiring thousands to explore the world in their own language.

Over the years, Kaynat has journeyed across 300,000 kilometers, documenting diverse landscapes, traditions, and heritage. Her debut solo exhibition, “Colors of India,” showcased the vibrant soul of the country—its festivals, handicrafts, and cultural treasures.

A prolific writer, she has authored 13 books, countless articles, and academic contributions during her decade-long career as a researcher at renowned institutions like Shiv Nadar University and the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies.

Celebrating India’s cultural legacy through UNESCO World Heritage Sites, traditions, and preservation efforts for over a decade, Kaynat continues her mission as a Distinguished Fellow at the Viksit Bharat Fellowship 2025, working on a coffee table book and documenting India’s cultural heritage. She has also been a three-time Fellow at IGNCA and currently leads the Bougainvillea Art Foundation, promoting art and heritage through creative initiatives.

Dr. Kazi is a member of several esteemed organizations, including:
• Delhi Journalists Association
• India International Photography Council
• Delhi Photography Club

She has also served as a photography expert for the Reserve Bank of India’s Local Art Committee (Northern Area) and contributes to HolidayIQ and ADTOI as a professional reviewer. An accomplished journalist with a Ph.D. in Hindi from Dr. B.R.Ambedkar University, Dr. Kazi began her career with The Sunday Indian after earning a degree in Mass Communication from the prestigious Jagran Institute. She has authored 13 books, numerous research papers, short stories, and popular articles, and has been invited as a speaker at several academic and cultural forums.

Follow her journeys and stories on Facebook or connect with her on Twitter.

Major Contributions & Projects

01.Paramatma: The Tale of the 12 Most Inspirational Women of India

A prestigious project for the IGNCA, Ministry of Culture, Government of India.

02. Research on Gond Tribes

Authored a detailed academic book and a coffee-table book on the Gond community of Devgarh, Central India.

03. Cultural Mapping Initiatives

Played a key role in the Aglad Valley cultural mapping pilot study under IGNCA’s cultural mapping mission in Uttarakhand under the Ministry of Culture.