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I-Day Celebrated With Gusto

8/23/2017

 
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​BY SONAM MIRPURI
ORANGE, CA- The Federation of Indian American Community of Southern California in association with Savithri Arts Academy, Lions Club of Little India, and GOPIO of Orange County celebrated India’s 71st Independence Day at the Tandoor Restaurant  here on August 19. It was an evening of- singing, dancing, speeches enjoyed...

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by the guests. After a time of mingling over appetizers, the program began with Tony Mendoza, California State Senator; Ali Sajjad Taj, Mayor for the City of Artesia; as well as committee members coming  on stage to perform the lamp lighting ceremony.
Emcee for the evening Smita Das, requested all to  rise for the singing of the  American and Indian National Anthems.  Henna Noor sang  the American national anthem  whereas  Das led all  in attendance  to sing the Indian national anthem  along with her. 
Dilip Butani, Chairman, giving the welcome address, welcomed  the prominent guests who graced the event  and all the  audience members for taking time out of their busy schedules to attend.
Amrit Bhandari, President, then introduced the committee members.
No Indian Independence Day event is complete without “Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo,” a patriotic track originally sang by Lata Mangeshkar which commemorates the sacrifice of Indian soldiers was presented to the audience by Veena Singh .This was followed by  an opening Bharatanatyam performance. The program was interspersed with dance and music performances throughout the evening. Guests were then treated to a brief fashion show depicting designs by renowned couture designer Kimmi Tej to “Tum Hi Ho” from Aashiqui 2. Senator Mendoza then addressing the gathering  said,“Thank you for always inviting and welcoming me.”Additionally, he reminded the audience of  the history of the US and how we should welcome it. “Immigrants are the backbone of this country, we should not fear them, they contribute to society,” said Mendoza. Mendoza  then  presented plaques to all of the board members as well as those who facilitated the event.  Ali Taj addressing the gathering said,“We want to bring unity among individuals, organizations, and the city.,” Additionally he commended the fact that  multiple organizations had come together to hold the event, saying that coming together as one is important. Ali Taj then recognized Bhandari, Butani, and other board members with certificates. Raj Walia, Executive VP then introduced Former Anaheim Mayor Pro Tem Harry Sidhu. “We are halfway around the world and celebrating India’s independence,” said Sidhu, leaving the audience with a proud and triumphant feeling. Others who addressed the gathering with brief remarks included  K. V. Kumar,  Former Cypress Mayor Prakash Narain and  Dr. Krishna Reddy.Prakash Pancholi, Secretary, thanked all  who made the event a success including the audience. The finale dance number was a Bhangra performance after which dinner was served with Rram Tasildar singing a few hit songs to entertain the audience. 

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