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What an incredible weekend! The Mela Extravaganza Weekend was a whirlwind of culture, fun, and community spirit. We welcomed over 2,500 visitors on Sunday including dignitaries, councillors, musicians, artists and people from all over the country to take part in the fun and activities. Here’s a recap of the fantastic moments.
A Night of Arts & Culture
On Saturday 18 May, we kicked off with a night of classical music and culture, featuring tabla, santoor, ghazals, harmonium, and Indian dances. It was a night to remember.
Sunday Funday: Stalls, Fashion, Food, and Fun!
Sunday 19 May was packed with over 50 stalls of food, fashion, and funfair activities. Highlights included Bollywood star Navin Kundra’s performance and a raffle with the top prize of a trip to Scotland. Nearly 3,000 people enjoyed the energy and excitement!
Celebrating World Mental Health & Wellbeing Day
Our Second Annual World Mental Health & Wellbeing Day, chaired by Dr Santosh Bhanot, featured over 25 health stalls supporting our community’s well-being. The Peepul Centre continues to be a community hub, offering services like a weekly Neighbourhood Mental Health Café in partnership with the NHS.
Wrapping Up an Amazing Weekend
The Mela Extravaganza Weekend celebrated community, culture, and care. Thanks to everyone who participated, attended, and sponsored the event—you made it truly special.
We can’t wait for next year!
Swaranjali Concert 24 March 2024 with Padma Bhushan Pandit Sajan Misra and Swaransh Misra
Pandit Sanju Sahai arranged and curated a unique medley of classical Raag Vocals by two the world-renowned artists from the 250 years established Banaras Gharana. The concert was accompanied by UK artists Piyush, Kaviraj, Rajvir and Tom. Kathak dances were choreographed and performed by Jaymini Sahai and her Kathak students. Audience feedback was for more such concerts to be brought into Leicester … ‘unique’, awe-inspiring’, ‘wonderful, ‘filling the gaps in our classical learnings’, thank you for bringing back our heritage’ …
Anil Bhanot, Chairman, is committed to bringing more cultural shows to Leicester particularly encouraged by the audience demand from our last year shows and now this Swaranjaii, a true classic gem, connecting our music to the soul.
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