December 10, 2025

#252 Vision Behind India’s Exclusive Ayurvedic Retreat: Introducing Sitaram x The Postcard Old Goa with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) and Kapil Chopra

1 hour

In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj announces an exciting new chapter for Sitaram Retreats, the launch of the Sitaram Ayurveda Experience, a concept that blends the timeless science of Ayurveda with soulful, slow-living spaces designed for deep rest and inner renewal.

To explore this, Dr. Vignesh is joined by Kapil Chopra, founder of The Postcard Hotels, a brand widely recognised for redefining modern luxury through authenticity, cultural richness, and intentional living. With his rich experience in hospitality and passion for elevating Indian brands globally, Kapil shares how The Postcard Hotels are creating stays that are not just beautiful, but transformational.

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Highlights

- Why Hospitality Must Evolve Beyond Comfort and Indulgence?

- The Ayurvedic Lens on Space, Design & Experience

- Slow Hospitality

- Building Retreats that Heal, Not Just Impress Or Please

- Ayurveda as the Future of Global Wellness Hospitality

- What Makes a ( Retreat Space) Support Healing?

Timestamps:

00:00 - 01:00: Why did we choose Postcard Velha?

01:00 - 05:30: The Foundation of Sitaram X Postcard

05:30 - 11:30: Slowing Down At Retreats

11:30 - 14:00: Why Panchakarma?

14:00 - 18:30: The Healing Philosophy & 3R Protocol

18:30 - 31:00: The Shared Vision for Sitaram x Postcard

31:00 - 37:00- Power of Personalisation & Human Connection

37:00 - 41:30: Managing Burnouts with 7 Day therapies

41:30 - 43:20: Why Ayurveda promotes Discipline & Routines

45:10 - 48:00: How Panchakarma assists Weight Loss?

48:00 - 49:45: The right weather for Panchakarma

49:46 - 58:30: What makes a retreat successful?

58:30 - 01:00:15: Placing Ayurveda on the Global Map

Guest Profile: Kapil Chopra

The founder of The Postcard Hotel, Kapil Chopra, a prominent figure in luxury hospitality, also founded EazyDiner and operated as President of The Oberoi Group before becoming an entrepreneur, bringing extensive industry experience to his venture. He aims to build a deeply personal, Indian-rooted luxury hotel brand focused on unique destinations and authentic experiences.

Dr Vignesh Devraj

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