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Time of India
3 days ago
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Patla Foundation an example of success, says Edneer pontiff
Mangaluru: Edneer Mutt pontiff Sri Sachidananda Bharati Swami said Yakshadhruva Patla Foundation is an example of what an organisation can achieve for society in a decade. He was speaking at the Yakshadhruva Patla Decennial Celebration 2025 and National Art Conference held under the auspices of the Yakshadhruva Patla Foundation Trust at Adyar Garden on Sunday. "It is a magical surprise for all art lovers. This was made possible by the trust's founder president Patla Satish Shetty. The trust provides healthcare to artistes from various fields in the district, homes for shelter to poor artistes, and support, which is a matter of pride. The decennial celebration is happening today with innovative and unique programmes, fostering social harmony. I extend special congratulations to the trust officials and donors on this occasion," the Pontiff said. The Yaksha Dhruva Maha Poshaka Award 2025 was presented to the Federation of World Bunts Associations president, Aikala Harish Shetty and his wife Chandrika Harish Shetty on the occasion. Accepting the honour, Aikala Harish Shetty said, "Patla Satish Shetty is a great devotee of Kateel Durgaparameshwari. We see Yakshagana artistes working for six months a year and struggling for a livelihood in the remaining six months. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wärmepumpe 2025: Technikwunder stellt den Heizungsmarkt auf den Kopf thermondo Undo Patla Foundation was established to support such artists and has helped thousands. I will be with this organisation for life. The love behind the honour is what matters. May all religions coexist peacefully in Tulunadu. Patla is a force, and I urge the youth to come forward to strengthen it." K Prakash Shetty, CMD of MRG Group, said, "For Patla Satish Shetty, his voice is his god, but for Yakshagana artistes, he is their god. Yakshagana artistes entertain people despite their hardships and never beg before anyone." G Shankar Family Trust founder G Shankar said, "For the past 10 years, Patla Foundation Trust has been doing commendable work. The current generation does not have much interest in Yakshagana art, but Patla's achievements have brought Yakshagana closer to young minds. Our trust in Udupi will also join hands with Patla. This is a good initiative. When everyone works together with Patla, the lives of artistes will flourish. " Patla Satish Shetty said in his keynote address that the Patla Foundation can serve society more effectively, which is possible only with everyone's unity. Yakshadhruva Patla Foundation honorary president Kanyana Sadashiva Shetty, and Decennial Celebration president Baroda Shashidhar Shetty, among others, were present.
Time of India
14-05-2025
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- Time of India
Bharath Kala Vaibhava presents Indian art forms in Germany
1 2 3 4 Mangaluru: The Yakshadhruva Patla Foundation , Europe, recently organised a unique cultural event , Bharath Kala Vaibhava , in Alsbach, near Frankfurt, Germany. This event brought together a rare collection of traditional Indian art forms on one stage. Over 60 artists, along with 350 people, including both the Indian diaspora and the local European audience, experienced the richness and diversity of Indian event was graced by Sebastian Bubenzer, mayor of Alsbach, along with his family. He praised the spirit of cultural celebration. Narendra Shenoy, president of the foundation's Europe unit, shared the vision and global work of the foundation in promoting Indian arts and supporting artists. Ajeeth Prabhu, artist and secretary of the foundation's Europe unit, spoke about the importance of preserving Indian traditions and highlighted how Bharath Kala Vaibhava featured more than 10 traditional art forms, including performances by trained Tamil folk dance Kavadi Attam was brought to life by Frankfurt Tamil Sangham kids, choreographed by Durga Palanivetrivelan. Kavya Sharma's graceful performance of Ghoomar showcased the elegance and festive spirit of Rajasthan. From Kerala, Mohiniyattam was beautifully performed by Gayatri Narayan. Assam's classical dance Sattriya was presented by Rrishika Kakoty. Team Mayuris Frankfurt brought the energy of Karnataka's folk culture through a lively Kolata devotional concert Bhakti Sangeet by Swara Ninad Frankfurt featured Meera Bhajans, Abhangs, and Purandara Dasa's compositions, performed by Swathi Ajeeth Prabhu, Vibha Katti, Vaishali Santhosh Bhat, Shriyansh, and Shriya, along with the beautiful live painting on stage by Pavitra Sathya Kumar. Parai Attam, a powerful drum-based folk art from Tamil Nadu, was performed live for the first time in Frankfurt by Frankfurt Tamil Sangham under the guidance of Nagakumar tribal dance Dhemsa was performed by the Marati Katta Germany team. The elegant classical dance from Odisha was performed by Subhalaxmi Mohanty. The Yakshagana ballet Mayamrugha, was performed by Yakshadhruva Patla Foundation event was strongly supported by the Bergstrasse Indian Association, along with Rashmi Suhas Rao, Bharathi Bhushan, Varun Chayapathi, and other volunteers. The event also set the stage for the foundation's upcoming decennial celebration in Mangaluru.
