The spectators were enchanted by the classical dance portrayal of Sapta Maatruka- the ancient story of Mother Heptad sourced from Matsya Purana.
The comprehensive nature of mother was depicted through the programme Maatru Vandana by Sanskruti Centre for Cultural Excellence recently. The auditorium full of attendees at The Bhavan were enchanted by the classical dance portrayal of Sapta Maatruka- the ancient story of Mother Heptad sourced from Matsya Purana. The story symbolises balance and preservation in nature, where the seven feminine forces epitomise creation and cessation. The dance presentation in different styles of Bharatanatyam, Manipuri. Mohiniattam, Kuchipudi and Kathak eulogises the role of mothers as caregivers, mentors and protectors and celebrates the centuries-old British tradition of Mother’s Day through Indian cultural story. Best wishes message from His Majesty King Charles to Sanskruti Centre’s presentation was read out on the occasion.
The event had lighting of the lamp at the start by Film and TV personality Paul Brett, Prof. Peter Austin, author Tejendra Sharma MBE and Parvati Nair, followed by invocation song by Anjana Vasa. After brief performances by Dr Debanjali Biswas (Manipuri), Debabrata Pal (Odissi) and Arundhati Srinivasan (Bharatanatyam), and by Madhusri Prasanna, Darshika Vijay, Srihitha Shunkishala and Nischitha Mohan, adulation to mother and mother goddesses was presented by ENT specialist Dr Srinivas Merugumala, and young dancers Shreya Khare, Kritika Vulchi, Aditi Mote, Ayati Shanmugam, Devanshi Uppula, Diya Shanmugaraj, Diya Vishwanath, Kaavyajhari, Manasvi Ravuri, Meera Appilose, Sanvitha, Shriya, Sucheta Mangalagiri, Shravani Shivshankar, Sai Samruddhi Vuthpala, Sweccha Manikireddy, Tanushreya, Yoshita Chama, Ahana Hegde, Ananya, Anuja Tirumalasetty, Dr Ruthvika Bhandari, Sanvika Acha, Shreyashvini Gunda, Vanamala Acha and Vinmayi Gopathi.
The stotra recounting the glory of seven divine mothers in battle with multitude of demons was presented by Sanvika Kommineni (Brahmani), Dr Debanjali Biswas (Maheshwari), Manju Sunil (Koumari), Lakshmi Pillai (Vaishnavi), Sree Lalitha Kotla (Varahi), Priya Kushwaha (Indrani) and Dr Ragasudha Vinjamuri (Chamunda). The entire dance episode symbolised the struggle between wisdom and ignorance, which was aptly compered by Sushil Rapatwar, President of Wembley Stadium Speakers Club and Prachi Ghotankar, RJ on BHF Radio. A beautiful Nritta Chitra was demonstrated by Debabrata Pal on Chamunda.
Vote of thanks was rendered acknowledging the sponsors Syam Puli and Punjab National Bank and all who have made the event successful.
Paul Brett in his post said “It was a spiritual tribute to motherhood, creativity and divine essence in each one of us. I was lucky to attend it”. Prof. Peter Austin said “It was a wonderful series of performances by talented children and adults ranging from 6 to 65, showcasing how Indian culture is being maintained and developed here in the UK. A tremendously enjoyable evening of culture, music and dance and I feel privileged to have been able to experience it”.
