The Soul Traveller Podcast ft. Sri Kailash Chandra Pande

Hosted by: Dr. Abhishek Thakur
Special Thanks: The Blind Relief Association (BRA), Delhi

Episode Overview

In this soulful and deeply moving episode of The Soul Traveller Podcast, Dr. Abhishek Thakur engages in a heartfelt conversation with Sri Kailash Chandra Pande ji—an engineer by training, a historian by education, and a lifelong devotee of classical music, travel, and service.

This episode is a gentle journey through decades of dedication, where music, institution-building, and compassion for humanity come together. It is a conversation filled with wisdom, lived experience, and quiet inspiration.

About the Guest — Sri Kailash Chandra Pande

Sri Kailash Chandra Pande ji is a multifaceted personality whose life bridges engineering, history, music, and social service. He has been associated with The Blind Relief Association (BRA), Delhi for nearly five decades, contributing significantly to its growth, infrastructure, and vision.

His association with BRA dates back to 1967, when he played a key role in the construction of Gandhi Hall. Over the years, he has served in several important capacities, including Honorary Executive Secretary and Manager of JPM Senior Secondary School.

Beyond administration and leadership, Pande ji has been a strong advocate for sports for the blind, helping promote inclusive sporting opportunities at national and international levels.

Music, Travel, and the Joy of Living

A passionate classical vocalist, Sri Kailash Chandra Pande ji speaks about the joy of singing and how music has remained a source of inner strength, discipline, and spiritual fulfilment throughout his life.

An avid traveller, he also shares stories from his journeys across the world—experiences that shaped his worldview and deepened his understanding of cultures, people, and humanity.

Key Themes Discussed in This Episode

• A life journey spanning engineering, history, and social service
  
  

• Nearly five decades of learning and service at The Blind Relief Association (BRA), Delhi
  
  

• The construction of Gandhi Hall and institution-building in the early years
  
  

• Leadership roles as Hon. Executive Secretary and School Manager
  
  

• Promotion of sports for persons with visual impairment
  
  

• Love for Indian classical music and vocal practice
  
  

• Travel experiences and reflections from across the globe
  
  

Why This Episode Matters

This episode stands as a reminder that a life well-lived is one rooted in service, culture, and compassion. Sri Kailash Chandra Pande ji’s journey offers inspiration to educators, social workers, musicians, administrators, and young listeners alike—showing how quiet commitment over decades can create lasting impact.

It is a conversation that celebrates human dignity, inclusive institutions, and the power of music and learning.

About The Soul Traveller Podcast

The Soul Traveller Podcast is a platform dedicated to conversations with changemakers, artists, educators, travellers, and thinkers whose lives reflect purpose and perseverance.

The podcast documents stories that connect personal journeys with social values, culture, and humanity—one conversation at a time.

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