Been in contact with Prajakta Vahini & Agastya for some good reasons and after so many years finally again got to meet Rao Mama & Mami today, with Swarada, my little angel.

We're sure that you're there up in the skies, shining as a Star and are gonna be with us, till we meet in next life.

God Bless always.  RIP

I finally have courage to write something in Rohan's memory.

 You know the feeling when you know that a friend is there and you don't need to be in frequent touch but just thinking about them makes you realize, yes they are there, and you know that that friend also feels exactly the same. You know that when you talk on phone or write messages that it is going to be exactly the same way it was twenty years ago even if you have not talked for a while. Rohan and I were like that. Losing him is losing a part of me.

Rohan was my upstairs neighbor in Kalyan, almost same age. We were a little gang, we'd play (gully) cricket; he was always the first one to be picked in a team. We'd hang out after our cricket game when it got too dark to play but not so late that our parents called us home. We would chat about ongoing cricket series, discuss flaws and strengths of the Indian cricket team. He understood the game much more than any of us. We'd watch movies and chat all night when my parents were away. Absolutely no topic was out of our young minds' scope. We would go on hikes. We'd occasionally go out to restaurants to eat. Whatever we did, one thing was sure, there was never a dull moment when Rohan was around. Such lively personality.

Rohan was the one who introduced me to the mountains, which have become an integral part of my life. I will forever be thankful to him for that. A few years ago, I talked to him about mountain climbing, because I was considering getting into it. He was so strong! I know some crazy fit people, but most definitely Rohan was the strongest, fittest person I knew! He really did live that part of his life to the fullest.

But most importantly, Rohan was the kindest soul. One would wonder how can such a tough and strong person, both mentally and physically, be also such a nice human being.

It is so, so hard to believe he is gone. I wish strength to Rohan's family to handle this massive loss.

I met Rohan through Prajakta when she and I worked at Citi. I remember when he came to earn his Masters and they stayed with us for a while.  His generosity was incredible.  I created and patented a travel pillow specifically  made to carry clothes. Rohan helped me in so many ways with, Google ads and all the rest of whatever social media was available at the time.  He was wonderful. He shot the video I still use on Facebook and on my website. He made displays for tradeshows. He was awesome and always full of laughter.

One night  we were hosting a dinner and game night with several couples. Playing Guesstures, men vs women. (The women always won at our house) So Rohan is giving the clue, he stands up waves two fingers in the air, and my husband shouts "Swing".  The men won.  Everyone else, except maybe PK, went "huh?!" Those of you who know, know Rohan loved cricket. My husband's dad was on the Trinidad national cricket team.

It's wonderful to have great friends from different walks of life who expand your world. Rohan, Prajakta and their parents grew my world substantially. I learned  a so much from all of them. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to share Rohan's path. 

We miss you so much!

Rohan, even as I write this it's hard to believe you have moved on to your next abode. It still feels like yesterday that we met and at the same time feels like I had known you for a long time. Wherever I am, you are on my mind. I can still see your kind, radiant smile and hear your voice crystal clear.

Rohan was one of the kindest, most genuine people I’ve ever met in my life. I knew this from the start, when we only exchanged messages over Facebook. He was always sincere and honest in his communication, always made an effort to express himself fully. This made him really easy to approach and a pleasure to talk to.

He was the kind of person who would lift everyone’s spirits even in the tough moments. Always made sure everyone felt included, not just with words but with actions. He was so full of love that anyone who met him wanted to be around him. He had this calm, peaceful and positive energy about him that was very magnetic. I always admired his humility and lack of ego despite his accomplishments. He was the kind of person to bring others around him up. I’m eternally grateful for the conversations we shared about life, climbing and beyond. I hope to be able to one day imbibe a fraction of his bright, endearing spirit. I cherish every single time we got to share the same space, or ends of a rope.

Its difficult to express in words just how big of a hole his passing has left, but I’m thankful to have met an amazing human like him. A friend, mentor, big brother. I will miss him so much. It will truly never be the same without you, Rohan.

My deepest, most sincere condolences to Rohan’s friends and family. He was a gem of a person, and his legacy will continue to live in the hearts of the people whose lives he touched.