Qatar: ICC presents Bharat Utsav, cultural shows of different communities

Bellevision Media Network

Doha/Qatar, 16 Apr 2018: Indian Cultural Center (ICC) under the aegis of Embassy of India held a spectacular display of Cultural Show depicting different festivals at different regions of India. The event was performed at Qatar National Convention Center by more than 350 participants from Indian expatriate community in the presence of more than 2500 audience and dignitaries. The performers presented the rich cultural heritage of the country.

 

The event started with a public function conducted by ICC general secretary Juttas Paul and ICC president Milan Arun welcomed the audience and guests.

 

 

The ambassador of India to Qatar P Kumaran was the chief guest of the evening, Pashupathy Anand from Teyseer Motors and Krishnan from Doha Bank were the guests of honor.

 

The occasion was also graced by the Ambassadors of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal. Also present were coordinating officer of ICC and counselor at Indian Embassy Rajesh Kamble and ICC advisory council chairman Hassan Chougle.

 

A memento was presented to Pashupathy Anand from Teyseer Motors and Krishnan from Doha Bank for their support to organize such a function.

 

During the occasion a souvenir was also released showcasing the different programs conducted by ICC in the recent past. Head of cultural activities of ICC Mr. Vishal Mehta proposed the vote of thanks.

 

The magnificent cultural show was anchored by Anu Sharma and Anshu Jain and was performed by students of Indian Schools and members of different ICC affiliated organizations. The performed programs included some of the distinct art forms of India such as Maharashtra folk dance, Bangali festial, Patriotic performances, Diwali and Dandya celebrations, Lambadi dance, Pongal celebrations, Mangalorean baila dance, Goa Carnival, Baisakhi celebrations, Christmas, Holi and Eid celebrations etc. The s were enthralled by such wonderful performances by the artists.

 

The event was coordinate by ICC managing Ccommittee members Vishal Mehta, A P Manikantan, Girish Jain, Sriraja Vijayan, K S Prasad, Advocate Jaffar Khan, Nayana Wagh and Anjan Ganguly.