03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Barve's musical extravaganza concludes ‘Abhiwadan Shewalkar Fest'
Nagpur: The 3-day
Abhiwadan Shewalkar Festival
, organised in memory of legendary Marathi author and speaker Principal
Ram Shewalkar
, culminated on Saturday with a mesmerising
musical performance
by renowned singer
Priyanka Barve
at Laxmi Nagar Ground. Barve's melodious voice and carefully curated selection of songs captivated the audience, including main organiser MLC Sandip Joshi, MLA Krishna Khopde, Swanand Pund, Rajesh Rokde, Anil Nayar, Sanjay Gupta, and Prafull Mategaonkar.
Union minister Nitin Gadkari made a special appearance at the event. Gadkari announced the construction of a memorial dedicated to Ram Shewalkar near VNIT. Additionally, he revealed plans to establish an e-library and a public speaking training centre at Ambazari. Gadkari stated that the e-library and public speaking centre, dedicated to Ram Shewalkar's cultural contributions, will serve as a fitting tribute and will help cultivate a new generation of orators.
During the proceedings, Swanand Pund described Ram Shewalkar as a gem of the state, highlighting that he was known for his accomplishments rather than mere fame. Sandip Joshi announced that the Abhiwadan Shewalkar Festival will be held again next year, featuring a three-day programme with renowned kirtan performers and singers.
Priyanka Barve commenced her performance with the Ganesh Vandana, followed by a diverse selection of songs including the theatrical piece 'Nahi Mi Bolat', the late Suresh Bhat's 'Kevha Tari Pahaate', 'Mi Maj Harpun Basle Gan', 'E... Shyam', 'Humari Atariya Pe', 'Kuni Paay Naka Vajavu', and 'Tya Tithe Palikade'.
