Latest update February 14th, 2025 6:20 AM
Dharmic Sabha promises grand two- day celebration for Indian Arrival
Dancer Pretima Prashnajeet performs at Ramlila, which will form part of the Indian Arrival anniversary celebrations.
The Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha will host a grand two-day celebration at the National Stadium, Providence, to commemorate the 171st anniversary of Indian Arrival in Guyana under the theme “See it, Experience it, Live it.”
Patrons will be treated to lavish and unique displays and performances both in the stadium itself and in the parking lot. In the stadium proper, set against a breathtaking backdrop, there will be an elaborate stage programme featuring a variety of dances by the Dharmic Nritya Sangh and West Berbice Praant, songs and music by an extensive list of Guyana’s best artistes, traditional singing and drumming, fashion display and highlights from the recently held Ramlila production.
There will be different programmes each day, according to the Sabha.
In the parking area, patrons can take a walk back in time in some specially created settings, including through a 120-foot replica of the Whitby, one of the first ships to bring East Indian indentured workers to Guyana.
In addition, persons will get an opportunity to enjoy short dramatic presentations in an outdoor theatre, shop or sightsee in the various streets or galis created especially for the occasion.
There will be an opportunity to experience estate life of the olden days. There will also be a live band and roving tassa group.
Patrons can also sample a vast array of mouthwatering delicacies whether it is the ever-popular seven curry or sada roti and baigan or coconut chokha, hot potato balls, pakoras and samosas or richly sweet jalebis, peras and gulab jamuns.
There will also be games for the children, mehendi stalls, face painting, big screen entertainment and much more.
Admission for the event is $300. Tickets are available at the Dharmic Sanskritik Kendra – Prashad Nagar, Bhagwan’s – Water Street, Jairam’s Little India Store –America Street, Annjees – City Mall and Sheriff Street, Murti Shop – WCD, Harinarine and Sons – Regent Street, R. Gossai General Store by the bridge, Buddy’s Hotel, M & M Snackette, Regal Stationery – Seaforth Street and from Dharmic officials.
Patrons are encouraged to get their tickets and vehicle passes early so as to get quick and easy access to the stadium.
Persons interested in participating in the event are asked to call 227-6181, 225-1880 for more information.
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