Pune: Tejas Sanjay Shivtare, a dedicated Scout Master from the Bhor Scout Guide Open Group under the Maharashtra State Bharat Scouts and Guides, was recently honored with the title of Best Scout Master.
The recognition was awarded during the prestigious group gathering of the Bharat Scouts and Guides, held at G.M.D. College in Sinnar, Nashik district. The event was organized to commemorate 75 years of the Bharat Scouts and Guides organization.
Shivtare received his honor from Advocate Nitin Thackeray, the Secretary General of the Maharashtra Vidya Prasarak Samaj. The five-day event saw participation from Scout groups across Maharashtra, including the Bhor Scout Guide Group representing Pune district.
During the gathering, Tejas Shivtare actively participated in various competitions and helped Pune district secure victories in several events, earning him the distinction of Best Scout Master.
The achievement of Tejas Shivtare has been widely praised, with congratulations pouring in from various parts of Pune district and Bhor taluka. His success has been attributed to the guidance of Pune District Scout Guide Organizer Digambar Karande and Bhor Scout Guide Open Group Leader and Himalaya Wood Badge Holder Sanjay Kharmare.
The gathering was attended by several notable figures, including Dr. Pundalik Rasal, Annasaheb Gadakh, Sharad Ratnakar, Krishnaji Bhagat, State Scout Organizer Arun Sapate, State Office Superintendent Santosh Dusane, Guide Department Trainer Dwarka Wali, Camp Chief Captain Mohan Gujarakar,
Leader Trainer Madhukar Ghodke, Professor Rajendra Bagul, Professor Deepak Khurche, Anil Pawar, Bhausaheb Pawar, Salim Sheikh, Sandeep Ghode, Nashik District Scout Organizer Shrinivas Murkute, and Guide District Organizer Kavita Wagh.
Tejas Shivtare's recognition as Best Scout Master reflects the growing importance of the Bharat Scouts and Guides movement in fostering leadership and community service among the youth.
His dedication and hard work have made him a role model for Scouts and Guides in Pune district and beyond.