In 1971 we had not many consultants either staying or practicing between Bandra and Virar. I convinced few friends of this idea and a small committee comprising Drs. Anupam Desai, Pawar, M.L. Singhi, Belvi, Bhargav, N.B. Shah, Paritosh Cholia and Swadia was formed. We contacted 240 consultants personally and percolated the concept of the common forum. They agreed more out of curiosity than need. We received 100 % registration and the 1st Consultants' "

Conference was organised on Sunday 7th March 1971. Dr. Suresh Sheth was the Chairman of the conference, enthusiastically helped by Drs. C.L. Zaveri and Shantilal Shah.