August 6, 2024
2 mins read

South Asian Heritage Month Celebrations

A highlight of the event was the fashion show, “Fashion Show – Let Us Stand Together,” choreographed by Priyanka, which perfectly encapsulated the theme of unity in diversity…reports Asian Lite News

IIW Inspiring Indian Women, Indradhanush Kids Academy, and Kaushalya UK, supported by Janhanda Foundation Founder Srilal Dias from Sri Lanka and Zabardast Butterflies Founder Alamara Awan from Pakistan, celebrated South Asian Heritage Month. The event was graced by His Worshipful Mayor of Harrow, Cllr Salim Chowdhury, Mayoress Mrs. Jesmin Chowdhury, Deputy Mayor of Harrow, Cllr Anjana Patel, Warrant Officer Ashok Kumar MBE, and notable community leaders including Sonoo Malkani, Poet Shashi Mathur, Cllr Prabhakar Kaza, and Cllr Aditya Kaza. Their presence added inspiration and motivation to the participants.

The celebration featured a diverse array of performances representing various South Asian countries, making it a unique and memorable event. Performers included Sushmita Sivan with a South Indian folk dance, Fusion Bharatanatyam by Nishka and Anisha Badri, and Nepali folk dance by Manju Shah. Young talents from Sri Lanka showcased three traditional dances, one depicting the behavior of lions. Zoya from Afghanistan highlighted traditional Afghani attire, while Sreya Sarkar presented a Bengali folk dance. The Indradhanush Kids Academy featured a captivating Kathak performance by FUSION TAAL.

A highlight of the event was the fashion show, “Fashion Show – Let Us Stand Together,” choreographed by Priyanka, which perfectly encapsulated the theme of unity in diversity. Other notable performances included Meghana Shah’s rendition of “Rangilo Maro Dholna,” a sword fighting act by six-and-a-half-year-old Iris Heenaba Pabot, and a Nepali song by Pramod Sharma and his group. Poetry by Atif and a song by Shazad, presented by the Zabardast Butterflies organization from Pakistan, added a literary touch to the festivities. The Pahadi Women International, led by Sudha Rawat, showcased a beautiful dance from Uttarakhand, while seven-year-old Yanah Dhakate from Indradhanush Kids Academy sang “Jai Ganesh.”

The stage was later set ablaze by Segastatic Dancers from Mauritius, led by Soulma Hosany, and Aryahi Kandukari with a Telugu classical performance. The event also featured Kandyan and Sabaragamu dances from the low-lying areas of Sri Lanka, showcasing prayer dances invoking blessings for everyone. Swapna Mukherjee from Teen Taal Kathak Institute mesmerized the audience with her graceful performance, and Bollymoves Dance Academy provided a perfect finale to the grand show, emphasizing community cohesion.

The event also offered an opportunity for several small-scale women entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their products. The dedicated team behind this extravaganza included Sunita Chaubey, Nilanjana Paul, Priyanka, Heenba, Jay Desai, Seema Khandelwal, Dr. Sneh Sunny Kathuria (host), Dr. Harpal Singh (host), Vini Kalia, and Nisha Shrikant Upadhyay. Photography and videography were expertly handled by Harshita Rathore, while stage and entrance decorations were beautifully done by Juhi Srivastava.

This vibrant celebration sent waves of positivity, brotherhood, togetherness, and unity throughout the community. Every soul present danced and made merry, marking a rare opportunity for six different organizations from South Asian countries to come together and strengthen the bond of friendship.

ALSO READ-Indian Republic Day celebrations by IIW– Connecting British Indian Kids to their roots

Previous Story

The Changing Media Landscape of London

Next Story

Bangladesh Turmoil Puts $13 Bn At Stake  

Latest from Asia News

70 Killed in Gaza Strikes

Gaza City, which has been at the heart of Israel’s military campaign, saw the highest number of casualties….reports Asian Lite News At least 70 Palestinians, including seven children aged between two months

Pakistan Faces Backlash Over NGO, Media Attacks

Human rights groups criticised the Pakistani government for a “deeply irresponsible” smear campaign against media and NGOs….reports Asian Lite News Several human rights organisations and advocacy groups have criticised the Pakistani government

Afghanistan Offline: 72 Hours of Chaos

Afghanistan restores internet after three-day blackout; humanitarian aid, trade, and banking resume slowly, while UN warns repeated disruptions threaten recovery and livelihoods for millions of citizens. Internet and telecom services were partially

Over 1,000 lives lost in Pak floods

Pakistan’s floods kill over 1,000, hit agriculture and supply chains; economy shows resilience amid devastation, while Karachi experiences minor earthquake, raising fears in already-stricken areas. Pakistan continues to grapple with one of

Trump Urged to Back Baloch Rights in Pakistan

The letter urged President Trump to recognise the Baloch people’s right to self-governance and to raise his voice against the alleged atrocities committed by the Pakistani military…reports Asian Lite News In a
Go toTop