Latest news with #Ghoomar
India.com
19-05-2025
- India.com
Experiencing A Traditional Wedding In Udaipur City – What Makes It Special?
Udaipur stands out as the 'City of Lakes' and 'Venice of the East' because it becomes home to lavish traditional weddings that also showcase its stunning palaces and relaxing lakes together with its diverse culture. A wedding event in Udaipur represents an exclusive cultural adventure which showcases both royal legacy and ageless customs and deep historical heritage. Traditional Udaipur weddings unite opulent venues with intricate rituals to create an exclusive experience that fascinates wedding participants alongside all their guests. The Royal Backdrop: Venues That Define Grandeur A traditional wedding in Udaipur becomes especially unique due to its exquisite natural backdrop. Various royal locations throughout the city provide a perfect venue to host extravagant celebrations. Cellent wedding celebrations are staged at the City Palace and Lake Palace and Jagmandir Island Palace along with impressive establishments such as Taj Lake Palace and The Oberoi Udaivilas . Wedding locations in Udaipur provide guests breathtaking vistas across shimmering lake water and spectacular Aravalli mountain views as well as intricate architectural masterpieces that recreate the splendor of Rajput royal times. The exotic character of these locations lets couples weave royal features into their ceremony celebrations. Through elephant and horse processions with decorations as well as performances by folk artists and Mewar-inspired floral decorations, weddings acquire the atmosphere of ancient royal ceremonies. The proper wedding ambiance transforms regular celebrations into lasting memories that no one will easily forget. Vibrant Traditions: Rituals Rooted in Culture Rajasthan's abundant cultural heritage shines through all rituals of a traditional Udaipur wedding. Every community as well as every religious community along with its own traditional families holds distinct wedding ceremonies which share common deep meanings. Various wedding practices persist in most ceremonies throughout this region even though they keep varying from one wedding to another. Before the wedding, the couple receives elaborate henna artwork which integrally decorates their hands and feet at the Mehndi Ceremony. The mehndi events in Udaipur combine exciting music and dances while guests wear traditional dresses made of lehengas alongside turbans. The wedding festivities receive added energy through traditional dances such as Ghoomar and Kalbeliya which are performed at events. The sangeet night unites both families in attendance for a musical and dancing event which fills the air with excitement. Professional performers, along with family members, showcase their talents through choreographed acts and impromptu performances. The traditional Rajasthani musical instruments dholak and sarangi along with morchang serve to increase the celebratory mood. A wedding in Udaipur becomes exceptional when guests witness the groom's procession known as baraat. Grooms enter the scene accompanied by decorative horses or elephants as numerous relatives and friends dance to music produced by professional live bands. The event gets dramatically more interesting when fireworks illuminate the night sky during this ceremonial march. A beautifully decorated mandap (canopy) serves as the location for performing both Pheras and the Varmala ceremony during the main wedding event. A religious wedding service occurs between the couple who repeat their wedding promises while standing at a holy fire beneath the chantings of Vedic priests. The exchange of varmala during the bridal ceremony allows the bride and groom to convey their mutual acceptance and respect through the ceramic flower garlands. Following the wedding the festivities continue with two essential events which consist of vidaai (farewell) followed by reception celebrations. Milan guests savor traditional Rajasthani meal selection consisting of dal baati churma, gatte ki sabzi and laal maas with mawa kachori that accompanies international dishes. Culinary Extravaganza: A Feast Fit for Royalty Indian weddings naturally place food in the center and such weddings in Udaipur faithfully maintain this tradition. The culinary diversity of Udaipur creates a gastronomic experience through each dining opportunity during the celebrations. Expert caterers create royal Rajasthani thali menus by combining traditional age-old recipes of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes from previous generations. The signature dining dishes at these weddings include ker sangri and bajre ki roti paired with safed maas then these dishes are served with dessert items including ghevar and malpua. Wedding guests at such events enjoy homemade chaat kebabs and parathas served fresh through live kitchen counters. A Udaipur wedding dining experience stands unique because it combines historic food tastes with contemporary plating techniques. Artistic Flourishes: Decor and Entertainment Any Udaipur wedding showcase decor that exceeds all expectations. Marigold flowers combined with mirror work block-printed fabrics along with colorful lanterns transport locations to dreamlike spaces. Rajasthani folklore motifs and desert motifs together with peacock motifs form regular decorations at events to represent Udaipur's cultural heritage. Attractive rangoli designs situated at doors create a vivid and inviting ambiance through which guests are warmly received. The main entertainment aspect creates a highlight of Udaipur wedding celebrations. Udaipur couples who want diverse entertainment beyond traditional arts often choose contemporary performances that consist of laser displays together with DJs or celebrity artists to maintain celebration momentum throughout their ceremonies. Rajasthani heritage forms the basis of entertainment at weddings which includes puppetry combined with magical performances along with fire demonstrations. Hospitality and Warmth: The Essence of Udaipur Weddings Genuine hospitality emerges as the distinct hallmark of weddings that occur in Udaipur. The hosts make extraordinary efforts to provide both hospitality and care for their entire guest list. The hosts provide numerous comforts for guests which include arranging accommodations and conducting guided visits to explore the city landmarks while delivering unforgettable event experiences. Local inhabitants reflect their warm personality through a friendly culture which forms one of the numerous attractions of a wedding celebration in Udaipur. What makes visitors comfortable in Udaipur is the warm atmosphere throughout the city including the busy markets of Hathi Pol and the boat rides on Lake Pichola. Conclusion A typical wedding event in Udaipur showcases the love story as it unfolds through cultural heritage against this city's unmatched stunning scenery. The royal spaces along with colorful traditions together with amazing food and genuine hospitality form an unmatched expedition through the city. People who join Udaipur wedding celebrations have the honor of meeting an unforgettable experience which weaves traditional ceremonies together with luxury elements that continues to resonate in their memories.
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Junior summer camp at JKK from May 16, forms on website
1 2 Jaipur: Kids in Jaipur will soon have their long summer vacations, and if you are one of the worried parents who do not want their kids to spend their whole time on digital devices, consider signing them up for the junior summer camp at Jawahar Kala Kendra (JKK) from May 16 to June 20. This 33-year-old tradition of JKK to encourage students to learn various fine and performing arts started as a theatre workshop and now includes multiple other activities such as dance, music, visual arts, and and teenagers can participate in the summer camp after filling up the registration forms, which will be available on JKK's website from May 8 to May between 8 and 17 years of age can learn vocal music, flute, tabla, piano/synthesiser, Rajasthani folk dances Ghoomar, Terah Taali, Chanri Nritya, and the dance form of Kathak from 8-11 am daily, while contemporary dance will be from 4-6 pm daily. The fee for this is Rs 1, can also enrol in theatre and puppet making workshops, which will take place at morning and evening sessions with the same timings. "The camp gives kids a space where they can mould their personalities and learn something which will also be helpful for them in the future, even if they do not plan to pursue what they learn here. While learning something new, they will also have a third space where they can have fun and make friends," said an official of the end of the summer camp, parents can witness their children's learning in various dances and theatre plays that the children will present in shows held from June 16-20, said officials.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Naresh Meena acquitted in '04 case of obstructing govt work
1 2 Jaipur: A city court Thursday acquitted former Rajasthan University student leader Naresh Meena in a 20-year-old case of obstructing govt work, citing insufficient evidence. The case dates back to Aug 5, 2004, when Meena allegedly led a group attempting to force their way toward a stage during a Ghoomar programme at the university campus. According to police, the incident resulted in violence when a stone thrown from the crowd injured a constable's eye at the women's gate. Trial court's presiding officer Khushoo Parihar delivered the verdict, highlighting the prosecution's failure to present any independent witnesses. Notably, the injured police constable, Man Singh, did not appear to testify during the court proceedings. "The accused is acquitted due to insufficient evidence provided by the prosecution," Parihar stated in her order. Meena, who contested the by-elections in Deoli-Uniara assembly constituency of Tonk district in 2024, was brought to the court from Tonk Central Jail, where he is currently imprisoned under separate charges. He was arrested earlier last year for allegedly disrupting peace and assaulting an SDM during the assembly bypoll.
Hans India
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Naresh Meena acquitted in 20-year-old case, Jaipur court cites lack of evidence
Jaipur: Independent candidate from the Deoli-Uniara assembly by-election in Rajasthan, Naresh Meena, was acquitted on Thursday by the Jaipur Metropolitan court in a 20-year-old case related to obstruction of government work. The court cited a lack of evidence and procedural lapses as reasons for the acquittal. Presiding Judge Khushboo Parihar noted that the prosecution failed to present any independent witnesses, and the injured constable who lodged the original complaint did not appear in court to testify. The case dates back to August 5, 2004, when Meena and his associates were accused of attempting to forcibly reach the stage during a Ghoomar cultural event held at a university campus in Jaipur. According to the prosecution, around 1 p.m., Constable Mansingh and other police personnel were posted at the women's gate when Meena, along with Man Singh Meena and others, allegedly tried to break through the barricade. The group reportedly resisted police efforts and incited a crowd, resulting in a stone being thrown from the gathering. A constable sustained an eye injury due to the incident, and a case was subsequently registered at Gandhi Nagar Police Station under charges of obstruction of duty and incitement of violence. However, during the trial, Meena's lawyer, Advocate Abdul Wahid Naqvi, argued that the prosecution relied solely on testimonies from police personnel, without presenting any neutral or independent witnesses, despite the event being held in a public, crowded setting. He further highlighted key procedural deficiencies, including the failure to produce a site map, the absence of a medical examination report for the injured constable, and the lack of entries in the police station diary -- all of which are required under Supreme Court guidelines. The judge, observing these omissions and the absence of the complainant's testimony, concluded that the prosecution had failed to establish the charges beyond reasonable doubt. As a result, Naresh Meena was acquitted. Meena, currently lodged in Tonk Central Jail in connection with other criminal cases -- including an alleged assault on an SDM during the by-election campaign -- was brought to Jaipur under police escort for the hearing.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Time of India
Vances have an immersive Raj experience at Amber Fort
Jaipur: Bejewelled elephants, folk artistes draped in traditional Rajputi and Kalbelia dresses, and musicians, along with vibrant rangolis, created a ceremonial atmosphere as they greeted US Vice President JD Vance , his wife Usha, and their three children – Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel – Tuesday morning at the Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site . Inside the 16th-century hill fort, the Vances visited Mansingh Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Khush Niwas, and Diwan-e-Aam, spending almost an hour and a half before heading back to their hotel in the city, 11km away. At the fort, chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and deputy CM Diya Kumari welcomed the Vances amidst a vibrant air of the welcome drum beating and melodious sound of the shehnai. As they walked on the red carpet to the fort, folk artistes performing Ghoomar, Kalbelia, and Kachi Ghodi dances welcomed them. The Vice President paused and took his time to thank them graciously. Madan Singh Shekhawat, one of the three tour guides assigned to escort the family during the visit, said, "Most visitors, including the state dignitaries, to Amber Fort complete the tour in an hour. But JD Vance and his family spent 1.30 hours, which showed that they liked the experience." Vance, along with his children, spent time with the caparisoned elephants Chanda and Pushpa, as they welcomed them. Shekhawat said Vance explained about the elephants to his curious sons. "As the elephants welcomed them with their gestures, Vance took quite a few minutes to have a better look at the animal and explain about it to his sons. He was seen answering a few queries from both children as well," said Shekhawat. Inside the fort, he was welcomed by folk artists playing instruments like Ravanhatta (a stringed instrument), shehnai, and flutes. Officials accompanying the VP in the fort said he seemed to have liked the Sheesh Mahal the most as he spent more time there. "It seemed as if he knew everybody as he waved to and thanked everybody while leaving," Shekhawat said.
