Jodhpur company goes for Diwali gifts: Four employees get Tata Tiago, Hyundai i20 and Tata Harrier | Today’s news
Four employees of Jodhpur-based education marketing agency Mediagarh drove off in brand new cars as part of the company’s Diwali celebrations. The gifts included two Tata Tiago cars, a Hyundai i20 and a Tata Harrier, which were presented to employees during the company’s annual Sneh Milan 3.0 event on Friday to mark Dhanteras at Hotel Madhuram Royale in Jodhpur, The Economic Times reported.
The company continued its practice of rewarding employees with a car during the annual Diwali celebrations. The initiative started with a single vehicle in the first year, followed by two cars the following year. For the latest edition, Mediagarh increased the number of vehicles to four, recognizing the employees for their work and contribution to the organization.
Who received Tata Tiago, Hyundai i20 and Tata Harrier?
Four employees from different departments were selected for special awards.
Pranjal Mathur, who works as a web developer, and Aman Usmani, a senior UI/UX designer, were gifted Tata Tiago. Mehak Lalwani, Senior Account Manager, received a Hyundai i20, while Project Manager Nitin Sisodiya was given a Tata Harrier.
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The main point of the meeting, which was attended by employees and their families, was the presentation of the cars. Lalwani, who delivered the inaugural address, was among those surprised when her name was announced as a recipient.
The company said the vehicles were meant to recognize the dedication, performance and role of employees in its growth.
More than 250 people participate in Diwali event in Mediagarh
The celebrations also saw more than 250 participants, including more than 100 employees working in the company’s offices in Jodhpur, Jaipur and Bengaluru, along with their family members.
Apart from the four cars, Mediagarh distributed Diwali gift baskets among employees across departments. Its annual recognition program also featured 30 awards, including 15 silver and 15 gold employee performance awards.
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Founder Pankaj Budhwani said the decision to reward the four employees with the car reflects the company’s appreciation for their continued hard work and commitment.
Co-founder Vanshika Agarwal highlighted the value of celebrating festivals with employees and their families and highlighted the role of such gatherings in strengthening workplace relationships.
From cars to iPhones: Companies offer big Diwali surprises
Mediagarh is not the only company to opt for high-value employee gifts during the festive season.
The Rohini, Delhi-based company has reportedly distributed iPhone 16 smartphones among its employees. Meanwhile, Panchkula-based MITS Healthcare gifted four Kia Sonet SUVs to its employees, continuing its tradition of rewarding employees with cars. The company is said to have distributed 51 cars in 2025.
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Skin care company Fixderma chose cash rewards and travel supplements and provided approximately 700 employees ₹5,000 each along with trolley bags, according to ET.
NoBroker has also planned Diwali baskets worth around ₹4,000 each for nearly 250 external staff working in janitorial, security and maintenance roles.
Other businesses have opted for a mix of household products and festive treats. Info Edge, which owns Naukri.com, has reportedly included Philips steam irons, apples, dry fruits, LED candles and ladoo in its employee baskets.
Also attracting attention were Kohler’s 2025 Diwali gifts, whose basket included a 20 gram silver bar, a deep fryer and a coffee maker.
