9th April 2024 in Mumbai- On the auspicious occasion of Gudi Padwa, Nav Varsh Swagat Samiti organized a spectacular Grand Bhartiya Nav Varsh Swagat Yatra, a vibrant celebration welcoming the New Year. The Yatra, attended by over 10,000 enthusiastic participants including Dr Raju Manwani , Gurpreet Kaur Chadha , Shalini Thackeray , Sanjay Nirupam , Nasirr Khan , Ameet Satam , Lata Shukla , Geetanjali Mishra , Durgesh Kumar and many more celebrities, politicians, residents, and more, was a testament to the spirit of unity and festivity.
The procession kicked off from the historic Windermere Building in Oshiwara, Andheri, resonating with the sounds of dhol, traditional folk dances, and the cheers of the attendees. The colourful parade traversed through the lively streets, showcasing women riding bikes adorned with festive decorations, while children joyfully danced to the beats of the drums.
The Yatra culminated at the New Mhada Ground in Swami Samarth Nagar, Andheri, where the festivities reached a crescendo. The air was filled with the jubilant chants of folk songs and the infectious energy of the participants. Attendees from all walks of life came together to mark the beginning of the New Year in a spirit of togetherness and merriment.
Lalit Tripathi expressed his delight at the overwhelming response and shared, “The Grand Bhartiya Nav Varsh Swagat Yatra is a celebration of our rich cultural heritage and the vibrant spirit of Mumbai. It’s heartwarming to witness the community coming together to welcome the New Year with such enthusiasm.”
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Mayank Goyal said ”The Yatra not only highlights the cultural diversity of India but also showcases the unity and harmony among its people. It is a day filled with joyous moments and memorable experiences for everyone involved”
Gurpreet Kaur Chadha said ”We embrace our rich cultural heritage and celebrate unity in diversity with joy and enthusiasm”
Dr Bharati Lavhekar , Dr Raju Manwani , Sri Kailash Gupta ji, Sri Jayesh Khemka, Dr Bharati Chhaaria, Sri Narendra Chaudhary, Sri Pramod Agarwal, Punjabi Global Foundation and many social organizations had together to organise this program.
