Adyar Times turns 31, on October 10. We are happy and proud to acknowledge that we could not have reached this incredible milestone without the unwavering support of our readers and advertisers.
Reflecting on the past three decades, we cannot overlook the contributions of our Founder, Late S.P. Ambrose. His vision for a neighbourhood newspaper that unites the community, continues to inspire our efforts even today. A pioneer in introducing the concept of a local English weekly in Adyar, he faced numerous challenges in the early years but remained determined to keep the paper thriving.
Mr.Ambrose consistently introduced innovative ideas to engage both readers and advertisers. His initiatives included community events, starting with our first Kolu celebration in 1994, providing an opportunity for the homemakers to showcase their talents. Other creative activities, like the treasure hunt on bicycles and the cake weight guessing game, further strengthened community ties. The crowning achievement was sponsoring the Adyar Times FIDE-rated Open Chess Tournament, from 2001 till date year after year. Each milestone was enriched by the warmth and enthusiasm of our community, reflecting his enduring legacy.
We’ve been deeply touched by words like, “My Sunday is not complete without reading Adyar Times,” and stories from advertisers who have experienced newfound recognition and success through their partnerships with us.
Your encouragement drives us to innovate and improve, constantly learning and unlearning, to deliver quality content and advertising solutions.
Change is the only constant, and over the past decade, Adyar Times has embraced it entirely. We are witnessing how digital and social media have transformed our Connect with our readers and the community.
Our team is dedicated to negotiating through these changes while staying true to our core values. Our newly revamped website, www.adyartimes.in, launched in 2023 keeps you updated with local news and important stories.
Starting this year, we are showcasing many more inspiring stories and highlighting the people of our neighbourhood on our social media platforms – Facebook (Adyar Times) and Instagram (adyartimes_offl). We’re excited to see these videos gaining recognition not only within our community but also beyond.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our readers and advertisers for embracing our digital transformation. Your support inspires us to continue celebrating the incredible stories that define our community!
– J. P. Janakan
