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The Hindu
13-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Week-long jackfruit, mango fair inaugurated at Geeta Mandira in Udupi
Paryaya Puthige Mutt seer Sugunendra Tirtha inaugurated a week-long jackfruit and mango fair at Geeta Mandira in the Krishna Mutt complex on Friday, June 13, in Udupi. Speaking after the inauguration, the seer said that Lord Sri Krishna had stated in the Bhagavad Geeta that he would be happy if devotees offer him leaves (Pathram), flowers (Pushpam), fruits (Phalam), or water (Thoyam). Accordingly, the farmers and producers displayed the fruits grown in the coast at the fair. Let people think deeply about Lord Sri Krishna and reap the benefits of the fruit fair at Geeta Mandira so as to help the growers, the seer said. His junior Sushreendra Tirtha Swami, Bhavani Groups head Kusumodara Shetty, fair organiser and Bharat Mela's convener Ramanacharya, Puthige Mutt diwan Nagaracharya, its international secretary Prasannacharya, and others were present. Besides native varieties of fruits, fruit-bearing tree saplings, vegetable seeds, etc., were also on display and sale at the fair. The fair will be open to public from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, Mr. Ramanacharya said.
Arab Times
16-02-2025
- General
- Arab Times
Bharat Mela brings India's vibrant culture to life in Kuwait
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 16: Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Dr. Adarsh Swaika stated that the India Day celebrations aim to strengthen bonds and friendships within the diverse Indian community while fostering a vital connection between India and Kuwait. The Indian community, the largest expatriate community in Kuwait, is known for its diplomacy, diligence and trustworthiness. The community actively participates in various cultural activities, with nearly 700 members showcasing non-stop cultural performances during the Bharat Mela festival. Swaika pointed out the spread of Indian culture in Kuwait; including films, dance, music and cuisine, attributing it to centuries of exchange between the two countries. He is hoping for further strengthen cultural ties through diverse events that highlight the strong bond between the two nations. The mega event entitled, 'Celebration of Indian Tastes, Melodies and Traditions,' featured a continuous display of diverse art forms by over 700 artists; captivating an audience of more than 7,000 people. The event venue included 25 stalls offering authentic Indian cuisine and a variety of Indian products like handicrafts, Ayurveda and textiles.
