Date: 12th Jan 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Akshardham Metro Station
Attendees: 12
Recap of Activities
1. Welcome and Icebreaker Session (30 Minutes)
The event kicked off with a warm welcome and a fun icebreaker session. Participants engaged in the “Introduce themself” and other activity, sparking laughter and lively conversations. Others shared their favorite local spots, building excitement about new places to explore and review.
2. Introduction to the Meetup (15 Minutes)
A brief introduction followed, highlighting the goals of the Google Local Guide program and emphasizing the importance of community building in the year ahead. Participants resonated with the vision of making a collective impact through their contributions.
3. Brainstorming Session (45 Minutes)
Attendees enthusiastically collaborated on brainstorming ideas About.
- Community Improvement Initiatives: Suggestions included organizing cleanliness drives, promoting eco-friendly practices, and supporting local businesses.
- Highlighting New Spots: Ideas ranged from exploring hidden gems in the city to reviewing lesser-known eateries and cultural landmarks.
- Social Causes: Participants proposed supporting education for underprivileged children, tree-planting campaigns, and promoting maps contributions.
4. Networking Brunch (1 Hour)
The group moved to a nearby food court for refreshments. Over snacks and beverages, attendees enjoyed casual networking, forming new friendships and connections.
5. Planning for the Year Ahead (30 Minutes)
Key ideas from the brainstorming session were presented to the group. Participants voted on the most impactful themes for monthly meetups, including environmental initiatives and exploring heritage sites. Volunteer roles for future events were assigned to ensure smooth execution.
6. Closing Remarks and Group Photo (15 Minutes)
The meetup concluded with heartfelt closing remarks thanking everyone for their enthusiastic participation. A group photo was taken to commemorate the event, capturing the smiles and energy of the day.
Key Outcomes
- Top Initiatives Identified:
- Organizing eco-friendly drives and supporting sustainable tourism.
- Highlighting hidden gems and heritage spots in the city.
- Volunteer Roles Assigned:
Dedicated members were chosen to coordinate and lead upcoming meetups. - Community Spirit Reinforced:
Attendees left inspired and excited about contributing to meaningful causes throughout the year.
Thank You Note
A big thank you to all 12 participants for making the “New Year, New Connections” meetup a resounding success. Together, we’ve laid the foundation for an impactful and collaborative 2025!
Let’s continue building connections and creating change, one meetup at a time!
Tagging Attendees
@JMD9 @deepakjhic @Ankit.Kumar @Gvipin @ShreyaMusings @Ssiddharth2000 @GovindJha @Himanshu @Nomad_Enkay i will tag rest 2 people
Tagging Lgs who joined meetup vertually
@TravellerG @Shrut19 @Anil6969 @KashifMisidia @PrinceKumar will tag some other lgs soon
nice Recap, thanks for sharing with us .
for Nice Meet up.
. Thanks for sharing this recap. 
congratulations on the great success of your meetup