How Ahmedabad Became a Hub for Education and Heritage | Jayshree Lalbhai
Poorv Amdavad Na Dil Ni Vaat – Episode 2 | With Jayshree Lalbhai Welcome to the very second episode of Poorv Amdavad Na Dil Ni Vaat, a special podcast series by Adani Realty, hosted by Jay Thadeshwar. In this episode, we’re joined by Jayshree Lalbhai - philanthropist, educationist, and a name deeply rooted in Ahmedabad’s history. Coming from the iconic Lalbhai family, she carries forward a legacy of institution-building, cultural preservation, and civic responsibility. From bringing the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) to Ahmedabad to turning their ancestral home into a living museum, her family’s contributions have helped shape the city’s soul. This episode is more than just a history lesson, it’s a celebration of the values, architecture, and traditions that define the Pols, the neighborhoods, and the cultural fabric of East Ahmedabad. We dive into: - How Ahmedabad became home to premier institutions - Forgotten stories of art, legacy, and Jain history - Why the old ways of living still matter - How heritage can guide future urban life If you love cities with character, culture, and stories woven into their walls, this conversation is not to be missed. Watch, reflect, and celebrate the heart of Poorv Amdavad. Host: Jay Thadeshwar, Entrepreneur, Investor Podcaster Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jay.thadeshwar/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaythadeshwar/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jay.thadeshwar Guest: Jayshree Lalbhai Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kasturbhailalbhaimuseum/?hl=en Website: https://kasturbhailalbhaimuseum.com/art/claude-batley/introduction/ Subscribe To Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jay.thadeshwar =================== Timestamps 00:00 Teaser 03:16 Introduction 04:20 Where does the Lalbhai family come from? 05:10 How Santidas Javeri took back Chintamani Parshwanath temple from the Mughals 08:56 How the Ahmedabad Education Society was established 10:30 How IIM came to Ahmedabad 11:55 How Ahmedabad has changed over the years 15:18 Understanding the greatness of Ahmedabad’s Pols 18:23 How Kasturbhai Lalbhai’s house became a museum 23:54 What kinds of artifacts are showcased in the museum 27:26 What we can learn from the old way of living 33:22 How her family remains rooted in Ahmedabad 36:30 Her favorite place in Ahmedabad 37:38 Conclusion #PoorvAmdavadNaDilNiVaat #JayshreeLalbhai #jaythadeshwar #ahmedabadheritage #adanirealty #culturallegacy #amdavad #gujaratipodcast #ahmedabad #heritage #culture #AmdavadVibes #citystories #podcastseries #gujaratilegends #3Minute3PeedhiMaate
