THE INDIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL, KUWAIT

ICSK KHAITAN EXULTS AT ITS FIRST FUNFAIR, NAMASTE INDIA-2018





In an enthusiastically amplified milieu, the much eagerly awaited first Noble Funfair,Namaste India-2018,was materialised proudly by ICSK Khaitan on Friday, 5th January,2018, in the school premises resonating the magic spell of great Indian values and traditions andpreserving the motto and aim ‘Charity has no boundaries.’

Welcoming the guests with the majestic Bohra Band, the thematic ceremony sprightly commenced with an enthralling Veena performance followed by welcoming of the guests by the Vice Principal, Mr. Ravi Ayanoli. The ravishing invocation dance performed by ICSK students was spectacular. In his presidential address,Principal, Mr. GangadharShirsath, exemplifying essence of the funfair in an elegant Maharashtrian attire, introduced and illustrated itsnoble motto of Namaste India-2018 to the public.

The chief guest of the day, Shri Raj Gopal Singh, Charge d' Affaires and Appellate Authority, Embassy of India to Kuwait, appreciated the whole-hearted commitment of the entire school for the philanthropic endeavours behind the great event. The guest of honour of the noble event Major General (Retd.) Mr. Mahmoud Ibrahim Al-Tabbakh, lauded immensely the considerable effort of the school to provide a helping hand for the marginalised students of the Institution throughout the year.

The inaugural ceremony witnessed for one more mile stone in the historic journey of ICSK; the beta launching of ICSK Cloud, a new software developed for the user-friendly, easy and fast access of the academic affairs by students, parents and teachers of ICSK. Carnival souvenir was officially released and releasing of thedoves and balloonssymbolically marked the inauguration of the funfair. The occasion had graced the imperial presence of Hon. Chairman Mr. Shaik Abdul Rahiman, Hon. Vice Chairman, Mr. Vinukumar Nair and Hon. Secretary Mr. AzharuddinAmer Mohammed along with principals Mr. Rajesh Nair, ICSK Amman and Mrs. Sherly Dennis, ICSK Juniorand vice principals of all branches of ICSK.

Different corners of the campus pulsated with World currency expo show, planetarium show, games by Kids’ village, horse riding,Shobha’s mini Indian Bazar, etc. The literary scholars from Writers Forum Kuwait conducted the Hindi Poetry Recitation and Mushaira,Popular Telugu comedians Raghava and Sudhakar made their fans to laugh their heads offduring the stage show. Melodious songs by voice over specialist Dr. Subhash and Shyamlal were mesmerising. The Funfair had something for people of all ages to enjoy in every way as they wish.

The musical extravaganza performed by very popular Indian youth band‘Samanwaya’, rocked the campus with their fusion music. Talented artists and diversified dance presentations by ICSK students and various organizations turned the day in to a memorable and enjoyable one.

Variety of rides and games,face painting,street play, and crowd pulling flash mob added special attraction to the event. Various raffle draws with attractive and exciting prizes elevated the excitement of the people. Ethnic edible delights from Indian restaurants indeed filled all sensory perception of the crowd with gratification. The zeal and vibrancy showed by the people and visitors turned the Namaste India 2018into an unforgettable event, supported by Target International W.L.L., would linger in mind for long.