Share Our Strength, the global social enterprise working towards ending childhood hunger, successfully concluded the Delhi edition of its flagship Charity Dinner Series at The Grand Ballroom, The Leela Palace, New Delhi, on 13 December 2025. The evening brought together purpose, generosity, and collective action, reinforcing how the hospitality and allied industries can come together to create meaningful and lasting social impact.

Anchored in the organisation’s mission of “Strengthening Communities, Nourishing Futures,” the Delhi edition highlighted the power of collaboration in supporting child nourishment and opportunity across India. The event was curated under the leadership of Mr Ashish Kapur, along with Co-Chair Mr Sachin Pabreja and philanthropist Ms Meenu Goyal, and saw participation from leading chefs, hospitality professionals, cultural voices, and industry leaders.

Speaking about the evening, Mr Ashish Kapur, Chair of the Delhi edition, said, “Hospitality is fundamentally about care and generosity. This evening showed how our industry can move beyond conversation into action, leveraging its reach, influence, and heart to support a cause that truly matters.”

Representing Share Our Strength, Mr Rohit Choudhary shared, “The overwhelming response to this evening reinforces our belief that when communities come together with intent, real change follows. This was not just a dinner, but a collective pledge by leaders, chefs, and industry partners to complement the efforts of the government to build a future that ensures nourishment and opportunity for all children.”

At the heart of the evening was a one-night-only multi-course culinary experience, crafted by some of India’s most respected chefs. The lineup included Chef Manish Mehrotra, Chef Varun Totlani, Chef Tejasvi Chandela, Chef Shubham Thakur, and Chef Chintan Pandya, each bringing their signature style and creativity to the table in support of the cause.

The event also saw the presence of prominent industry leaders and cultural personalities such as Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, Ajay Bahl, Raaj Sanghvi, Suresh Menon, Papa CJ, Rocky Singh, Chef Vicky Ratnani, Vinay Golikeri, and Freddy Birdy, lending their support to the initiative.

Beyond the dining experience, the evening featured a curated charity auction of artworks and bespoke experiences, which received enthusiastic participation from distinguished guests including H.E. Mohamed Maliki, Ambassador of Morocco, along with Manoj Adlakha, Pradeep Jolly, Ravinder Singh Rana, Naresh Modi, Shashvat Nakarni, Harish Bhardwaj, and Prashant Gaurav. The auction highlighted how creativity, culture, and hospitality can come together to generate tangible outcomes for children and communities.

Reflecting on the success of the evening, Mr Sachin Pabreja, Co-Founder – EazyDiner, said, “This dinner was a celebration of both culinary excellence and collective responsibility. Every contribution, whether the skills and creativity of the chefs, philanthropic support, or the involvement of committed volunteer leaders, translated into real impact. When the industry comes together with shared intent, we move one step closer to empowering the future for India’s children.”

As the presenting partner, The Leela Palace, New Delhi played a key role in hosting the event. Mr Anupam Dasgupta, Senior Vice President Operations (North), Head – Wellness, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, added, “At The Leela Palace - New Delhi, hospitality has always been guided by purpose, empathy, and service beyond the extraordinary. Hosting the Delhi edition of Share Our Strength’s Charity Dinner Series was a natural extension of our commitment to creating meaningful impact through our platforms.”

The Delhi edition of the Charity Dinner Series concluded on a high note, reaffirming that when passion aligns with purpose, real change follows. As Share Our Strength continues to expand its initiatives across India, the organisation remains focused on mobilising communities, industries, and leaders to ensure that every child has access to nourishment, dignity, and hope.