The Evergreen Dev Anand Society (TEDS) is a tribute to the legendary Dev Anand, celebrating his youthful spirit, enthusiasm, and unstoppable optimism. He never dwelled on setbacks—always moving forward with passion and energy.TEDS promotes his philosophy of staying young at heart, embracing challenges, and uplifting others. Through events and initiatives, we inspire people to live with enthusiasm, spread positivity, and keep his evergreen legacy alive.
“The visionaries and pioneers who laid the groundwork for all that we achieved.”
“The Three Muskeetrs”
Satyajeet Talukdar
Ravi kamra
Sanjay Kaushik
It was truly a remarkable moment that, after admiring Dev Anand for over 50 years since 1964, when in 2014, the idea of hosting an exclusive show dedicated to Dev Sahab in Jaipur came to life.
“The Three Musketeers” came together, with Mr. Satyajeet Talukdar helping bring the vision of the show to life. Mr. Sanjay Kaushik played a key role in connecting with various people in the city to share the legacy of Dev Saab. Truly, Dev Saab’s spirit guided us in creating an unforgettable experience.
“FOUNDERS & CREATORS”
TEAM TEDS
“The Faces Behind Dev Anand Society”
TEDS was registered in 2019 by an enthusiastic group of Jaipurites. And since then every year the Society organises Jaipur Dev Festival on his Birthday 26 September.
Ravi Kamra
Ravi Kamra, the Founder President of The Evergreen Dev Anand Society is a 77-year-old social entrepreneur, a man of many passions and pursuits, that span from yoga and spirituality to poetry, theatre, and films. A huge fan of Dev Anand Saab from his college days.His personal mission is to bring smile to the face of everyone he meets. Ravi is an active member of The Eye Bank Society of Rajasthan, an advocate for organ donation, and associated with the NGO “MFJCF”. He is also a Patron Member of a Rotary Club and a member of the Philatelic Society of Rajasthan. Along with his varied interests, Ravi is a versatile motivational speaker, inspiring others to live life with purpose and joy. His personal quote sums up his outlook on life: "I believe that life is a canvas waiting to be painted. I try to live my life to the fullest, exploring various passions and interests. For me like Dev Saab, it's not just about achieving success, but about living a life that is meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling."
Amitabh Jain
Rakesh Gupta
Rajesh Sharma
Rajesh Sharma, a huge fan of Dev Anand Saab, is a founder member of TEDS. Professionally, he is a hotelier, industrialist, and socialite, but at heart, he is an ardent singer, deeply inspired by the legendary Rafi Sahab and Kishore Da. His heart beats to the rhythm of timeless music, which is why his life’s melody continues to resonate with the song “गाता रहे मेरा दिल”. He is the founder of several musical and cultural groups, including Sankalp Cultural Society, IFRM 3056 - Pink Melodies, and Kaavyam. Rajesh Sharma is also the proud founder of prominent establishments such as Hotel Amar Palace, RJI Industry & Infra, and RCS Vanaspati Industry Ltd. Additionally, he serves as the Senior Vice President of UCORI (United Council of Rajasthan Industries).
Mahendra Surana
Sudhir Mathur
Sanjay Kaushik
A stalwart in the travel industry, Sanjay Kaushik is the Director of Rajputana Holiday Makers Pvt Ltd, a name synonymous with excellence in tourism. With over four decades of experience, he has been curating unique and offbeat travel experiences, making Rajasthan’s heritage and culture shine on the global map. Beyond travel, Sanjay is a passionate singer whose voice captivates audiences, filling the air with nostalgia and melody. A founder member of The Evergreen Dev Anand Society, his love for Dev Saab is unparalleled—he follows him as a mentor, embodies his style, and lives by his philosophy of charm, elegance, and liveliness. A fashion enthusiast, his impeccable dressing sense and charismatic personality make him stand out in any gathering. For Sanjay, “Gaata Rahe Mera Dil, Tuhi Meri Manzil” isn’t just a song—it’s a way of life. Whether on stage with a mic in hand or crafting unforgettable travel experiences, he does it all with flair, passion, and an undying love for life.
Dharmendra Chhabra
A versatile singer of Jaipur who has devoted his life to Music and owns a chain of Restaurants known as CHHABRAS, he enriches The Evergreen Dev Anand Society as a member. When on the stage with his mike in hand he compels the audience to sway with Masti with non stop clapping. He has a style and a sweet voice of his own, that makes him a darling of the people he meets. A Complete Man with a complete family—his wife…Chhabra blessed with a Daughter & a Son. He is famous for his journey of “Sur se Sukoon tak” which has been rocking stage in Jaipur and making people remember hi for his sonorous voice. A Fan of Dev Saab he loves to sing the famous “Main Zindagi Ka saath nibhata chala gya” which is the motto of his life.
Satyajeet Talukdar
Rajesh Paharia
Rajesh Paharia is a seasoned professional in the distribution of tyres, lubricants, and LPG, with a deep passion for postal history. He serves as the Vice President of the Philatelic Congress of India and the General Secretary of the Philatelic Society of Rajasthan. Rajesh is an international gold medalist and holds a Limca Book of Records title for having the highest number of stamps featuring the Indian National Flag. For the past 25 years, he has organized the Schoolpex Inter-School Stamp Exhibition in Jaipur and has conducted various philately workshops and solo exhibitions, including for specially challenged individuals and newly appointed IPS officers. His solo displays cover diverse themes, including the heritage of Rajasthan's cities, cricket, tigers, medical science, and Indian cinema, sharing his love for philately and its history with the world.
Rajendra Surana
Gobind Gurbani
Gobind Gurbani is Socialist , Entrepreneur & Senior Economist, who has devoted his life to Eye / Organ Donation & Education. He is a member of Eye Bank Society of Rajasthan, Sindhi Adhikar Manch Association Saint Mira Brotherhood Society, Ever Green Devanand Society & Indian Economic Association. He has passed his Master's in Economics from Rajasthan University and various training Programs from IHK Germany, AOTS Japan & CBI The Netherlands. He is representing CSO at the United Nations Geneva- New York – Vienna. He has also had the privilege of attending World Bank & IMF Annual Meetings in Washington. Mira Brotherhood Society runs three education institutions CBSE , Rajasthan Board and B’ Ed College. He believes in a Healthy and Happy life. A Complete Man with a complete family his wife Kirti with Daughter and Son..
Satinder singh
Jitendra Sharma
Amla Batra
STORY CORNER
FIGURES OF ART
Statue Dev Anand by Padamshri Arjun Prajapati
An Unforgettable Memory – Dev Anand Ji, Arjun Prajapati Ji, and Our Tribute There are some memories that deepen with time. One such memory is associated with The Evergreen Dev Anand Society, when I and our dear Ravi Kamra Sahab attended a program at ITC Rajputana Hotel, where we got the opportunity to meet the renowned sculptor Arjun Prajapati Ji. During the conversation, when Dev Anand Sahab's name came up, Arjun Ji's eyes lit up. He emotionally said, "I am also a huge fan of Dev Anand Sahab!" That's where a new story began. We requested him to create a statue of Dev Anand Sahab, which would be a symbol of his immortal memory. He immediately agreed and resolved to bring this idea to life with his art. Some time later, when The Evergreen Dev Anand Society invited Zeenat Aman Ji to a special program, Arjun Prajapati Ji brought Dev Anand Sahab's clay statue to life with his skilled hands on the same stage. It was a moment when devotion, art, and memories converged. This statue was not just made of clay, but it embodied Dev Anand Sahab's energy and our emotions. Today, Arjun Prajapati Ji is no longer with us, but the statue he created fills his absence in every program. Without this statue, none of our programs feel complete. It is not only a symbol of our devotion to Dev Anand Sahab but also a testament to our gratitude towards Arjun Ji. In the form of this statue, we have not only acquired a figurine but also an emotional connection that will always remind us of Dev Anand Sahab, Arjun Ji, and our society's memories.
Timeless Signatures
Dev Saab writes on page 38 in his autobiography“Romancing with Life”
“Victoria Terminus”shouted the conductor, I got off the bus and started walking on the road,but suddenly I felt a pang of hunger. I fiddled with my pockets. May be there was a spare coin hiding somewhere. But all pockets were empty.Hunger was gnawing inside me and now thirst also started to overpower me" Dev Anand had to sell his only Treasure, the Stamp Album that he had just to quench his thirst for only THIRTY rupees. Who knew at that moment that one day Destiny shall take a turn and the Postal Department of India shall release a Postage Stamp with his name and Photo on it to recognise his contribution to Indian Cinema.
India Posts celebrated 100 years of Indian Cinema by release of special set of 16 stamps depicting legendry personalities of Indian Cinema on May 3 , 2013 . Dev Anand , through a career that spanned over six decades, worked in more than 100 films. Dev Anand is a recipient of four Filmfare Awards, including two for Best Actor. The Government of India honored him with Padma Bhushan, Indian third highest civilian honour in 2001 and with Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2002. The Fan following of Dev Anand created a cult worldwide and he became of the largest followed actor in the world. Fans formed many Dev Anand Fan Clubs throughout India out of which ‘The Evergreen Dev Anand Society ‘ formed in Jaipur stands apart by conducting various unique functions all the year round remembering him. One of the unique effort was organising a release of special cover and cancellation on the occasion of his 96th birth anniversary . The cover was released by none other than his favourite co-star , Ms Jeenat Amaan in the presence of the Art & Culture Minister of Rajastha, Mr.B.D.Kalla in Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur dated on 26th September 2019.
With the grand success and appreciation worldwide, The Evergreen Dev Anand Society took a bigger task of conducting more grand celebration on the Birth Centenary of Dev Sahab. The Society worked with India Posts , Government of India , Rajasthan Circle and took permission for release of a special cover and cancellation to commemorate the Centennial, on 26 Sept 2023 . The Special cover and cancellation was released at the grand function held at Raj Mandir Cinema , Jaipur organised by The Evergreen Dev Anand Society (TEDS) . The living Legend Hema Malini wasthe Chief Guest and Chief Postmaster General , New Delhi & Rajasthan Circle , Ms Manju Kumar IPS , Grammy Award Winner Pandit Vishwamohan Bhatt and Film Critic cum Journalist Ms Bhavna Somaiya were guest of honor who released the special cover and cancellation in presence of members of TEDS , India Posts , Rajasthan Circle Team and Philatelic Society of Rajasthan (PSR) . Stamps and collectibles like , picture cards , song booklets , cinema tickets . record cover , news paper cuttings of yester years etc from the collection of Mr Rajesh Paharia, the founder of The Phaletlic Society of Rajasthan,were displayed for all Dev fans coming from all over India to attend that grand celebration.
Evergreen Moments
COVERS LAUNCH
special crafts
To commemorate the timeless legacy of Dev Anand on his birth anniversary, I designed a special Nehru jacket as a heartfelt tribute, showcased at the Jaipur Dev Festival. The fabric of the jacket is an original print, meticulously crafted using media clippings, headlines, and photographs from various archives that celebrated Dev Anand's cinematic journey. Each element in the collage captures the magic of the 1950s to 1970s — the golden era of Indian cinema. Rendered entirely in black and white, the design evokes a vintage charm that connects the audience to the nostalgia of that time. The jacket features a distinctive patch pocket with a bold black-and-white photo of Dev Anand Sir, making it not just a fashion statement, but a wearable memory of an icon. This piece is a fusion of storytelling and design — a tribute stitched with admiration and timeless style.
