The Centennial saw a special Art Mela called ´Hazaron Khwaaishein – Dreams Unlimited ´ in which children from Apeejay Anand Children's Library and NGOs like Samatat, Sahay, Cini Asha, Sebera Foundation, Dakshin Kolkata Sevashram, Lee Memorial Orphanage, Development Action Society, Charaibati, All Bengal Women´s Union and Kolkata Deaf and Dumb School, joined hands with students from premier schools like Future Foundation, Birla High School, Frank Anthony Public School and Assembly of God Church School and together converted their dreams into paintings. The children were given colours, brushes and palettes and were given some tips on how they could reflect the theme in creative and artistic ways on the T-shirts and caps. The children went on to create stunning pieces of art.

Initiated in 1992 and held every year since on the 26th of February, the Art Mela is a very special way of celebrating Anand Paul´s birthday – by reaching out to the children of Kolkata through the magic of colours.

The Art Mela completed 20 years during Group Centennial. It has grown to become a well–known and much-awaited city event, where leading mainstream schools enthusiastically participate, alongside NGOs and institutions that work with underprivileged children.

It provides a platform to youngsters from diverse socio-economic backgrounds to display their talent and stand a chance of furthering their interests and following their dreams.