Introduction All of you readers are probably wondering why I wanted to write Pappa's story. It all started with my cousin Mira Kamdar writing a biography of her paternal grandmother who is my Mum's Masi. Of course Mira is a professional freelance writer and her words flow! Anyhow Mum suggested that someone should write about Pappa's life. When we had that telephone conversation it was actually 100 years since Pappa was born. Most of the information was given by Daddy who was very keen on this idea, and all thanks go to him. We have a lot to thank Pappa for in our lives - if it had not been for his pioneering spirit, determination and hard work, where would we be? Pappa was a man who was respected for his integrity, his honesty and straightforwardness and had a tremendous standing in both business and social circles. His compassion for all the extended Doshi family was unrivalled: helping family members was a number one priority. He has taught us the right "sanskar" - there is no English equivalent for this expression - which hopefully we will pass on to our children. Pappa has left a void in all our lives. Alpa