Freedom in the Mind, Strength in the Words; Pureness in Our Blood, Pride in Our Souls;Zeal in Our Hearts, Let’s Salute Our India on Republic DayWith these thoughts Inspiring Indian Women organized, republic Day celebrations,’Hamara India and Hamari Hindi ‘
Sunday, the 27th of January was a day to remember, rejoice and celebrate the legacy of India at the prestigious Zoroastrian Centre at Harrow. More than 500 people attended the magnificent show. The entire place was abuzz with passionate parents visiting the event comprising of activity tables, retail stalls and more than 140 spirited performers.
Amongst the special guests were MS Kareema Marrika, Mayor of Harrow India in UK (H MS Kiran Khatri, and Mr. Tarun Kumar represented High Commission of India , Mr. Satya Minhas, MS Lakshmi Kaul and MS Sonoo Malkani, MS Bharti Sethia, MS Kirti Soni, Mr. Chirag Tyagi, MS Sulochana Sethi, msr Simi Arora, Mr. Kuha, Mr. Guniraj Vyas and msr Sudarshan Vyas.
The event began with MS Anasmitha Saha’s acclaimed dance performance of Vande Mataram, followed by a wide variety of singing and dancing. fancy dress, sloka rendition and musical instrument performances.
The entire event was gleaming with patriotic and Indian spirit.
Jeevan Organ donation camp, a part of NHS was set up by Kirti Soni at the venue to create awareness among Indian donors. We all also remembered little Kaiya who lost the battle against cancer.
The celebrations beautifully conveyed the message,Aao bacho, tumhe dikhaye jhanki Hindustan ki,Is mitti se, tilak karo, ye dharti hain balidaan ki,Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram(Come children; let us show you a glimpse of India which is the land of sacrifice,Bow to her, bow to this mother)
The event concluded with the teen dancing sensation Mirava Vekaria’s famous dance performance.
BY:Chella Krishnakumari
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