On Sunday, July 26, the 55th International Cultural Fest & Cultural Exchange Programme came to a successful close at the Grand Excelsior Hotel Banquet Hall in Bur Dubai, Dubai. The event, organised by the International Cultural Fest Council of India in association with Sandhya Creations Event Network Team, brought together prominent figures from the Karnataka community, including leaders, artists, and performers from India and the UAE. Er. K. P. Manjunath Sagar, Chairman of the World Kannada Cultural Convention Committee 2004, welcomed the gathering and stressed the importance of preserving Indian cultural heritage globally. The programme was inaugurated with the traditional lighting of the ceremonial lamp by dignitaries, including Shri Shri Maheshwara Swamiji of Nandipura and Sarvothama Shetty, President of Abu Dhabi Karnataka Sangha.
The event featured a diverse range of performances and presentations, showcasing Indian culture, literature, music, theatre, and social harmony. The chief guests included M. Jayaram Rai, former President of the Indian Social & Cultural Centre, Abu Dhabi, and Dr. E. Anjaneya, entrepreneur and social worker. The programme also saw the presentation of the prestigious Golden Iconic Awards, recognising outstanding contributions in various fields, including medicine, literature, education, theatre, music, and social service. Awardees included Dr. P. V. Pattar, Dr. Satish Kumar Hosamani, and Sri N. T. Thammanna, among others. The presence of Mr. Abdullah Al Jafali, a celebrated Emirati television, comedy, and theatre actor, added international significance to the programme.
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