Officials and visitors during the event at the ICC premises.
The Indian Cultural Centre organized an Eid Bazaar which hosted festive stalls and henna night on the eve of Eid – April 20, at the ICC premises. The Bazaar was a magnificent one showcasing grandeur, culture reflections and a gratitude filled holy month. There were 55 plus stalls consisting of clothing, jewelry, food, household commodities, art display, among others.
The Eid Bazaar was inaugurated by the Chief Guest of the evening Padma Kari, First Secretary, Political & Information, Embassy of India. During the inauguration ceremony senior community leaders and Associate Organizations Presidents were present.
The welcome address was presented by the General Secretary of ICC, Mohan Kumar. Padma Kari spoke of how this bazaar made her nostalgic of her childhood memories while visiting this event and congratulated the ICC committee for such a lovely and mindful event. The President of ICC AP Manikantan wished everyone Eid Mubarak and thanked everyone for contributing towards the event’s success. The event was put through by Gargi Vaidya, Head of External Events and Activities, ICC, Subramanya Hebbagilu, Vice President of ICC and with the support of other ICC MC members. The event was compered by Sumaa Mahesh Gowda, Head of Culturals, ICC.
The Bazaar could see a footfall of more than 3000 plus people from various expat communities. The visitors appreciated the Indian Cultural Centre for putting up such a grand night and were looking forward to more of such festive nights in the coming days.
