Cultural Grandeur of Bunts Showcased during ‘BUNTAAYANA 2018’
Kuwait: Buntara Sangha Kuwait celebrated its annual event – ‘Buntaayana 2018’ on a grand scale at the Cambridge English School, Mangaf Kuwait on Friday 4th May 2018. The concept behind the festival was to showcase the rich art & culture of the Bunts Community with flavors of the coastal districts of Karnataka
Dr (Prof) H. Shantharam Shetty Pro-chancellor of Nitte University and a well known orthopedic surgeon graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and Vasanth Shetty Bellare, Ln. Kishore D Shetty, Vishwanath Shetty Dubai were the guests. The rhythmic beats of the drums, ‘chende’ by the drummers, welcomed the guests at the entrance of the hall. Beautiful ladies of Bunt community greeted the guests into the hall with the traditional Purna Kumbha Kalasha Swagatha.
The entrance to the hall was beautifully decorated by the PR committee members led by PRO Chandrahas Shetty, the art and design work in the reception area represented the creative and rich traditions of Bunts community. Hall management was taken care of by the Sports Secretary Prashanth Alva and behind the scene activities were efficiently coordinated by Treasurer Surendra Shetty Karkala.
The cultural programs began with the Prayer song and welcome dance by the Sangha members and kids choreographed by Dr Preeti Shetty and lighting of the auspicious ‘deepa’ by the Guests, Managing Committee & Ex-presidents of the Sangha. Vice President Chandrasekhar Shetty Kurkalu Beedu welcomed the audience. On this occasion, the Buntayaana Souvenir was released by Chief Guest Dr (Prof) H. Shantharam Shetty, A beautiful concept set by PRO team for the Souvenir release impressed the audience.
The evening featured a host of programs showcasing the rich culture and heritage of Bunts by the Sangha kids and ladies. Tiny-tots of Sangha mesmerized the audience with their beautiful dance choreographed by Sarita Chandrashekhar Shetty, Yogita Shetty and Sanjana Shetty,
The main attraction of the evening ‘Bunta Isiri’ showcase of Bunts Cultural grandeur by Bunts sangha members and kids won great applause from the audience and guests. The Concept covered Traditional Bunts Marriage, Engagement, Baby Shower, Sports like Kambala, Folk art Yakshagana beautifully performed by Kids, Historic personality like Bhootala Paandya, Devu Poonja, Agoli Manjanna were portrayed, Concept concluded with Kola, Director of the Bunta Isiri Sathish Acharya was felicitated during the event. This concept was written by Paramananda Salian.
Drama ‘Porludaaye’ by Gammath Kalavider Dubai was well received by the audience, The drama was a mixture of all emotions and rib-tickling comedy, The drama concluded with a good social message.
Dr (Prof) H. Shantharam Shetty, Vasanth Shetty Bellare, Vishwanath Shetty Dubai were felicitated during the event with the presentation of a shawl, bouquet and traditional tray of fruits. Hard working Sangha members Shalini Vijay Shetty and Sanath Kumar Shetty were also felicitated for their immense contribution to the Sangha. The sponsors for the event were honoured with Mementoes for their overwhelming support in putting out an event of such magnitude.
Chief Guest of the event Dr Shantaram Shetty appreciated the efforts of the Sangha for promoting rich Bunts culture in Kuwait. The Guest Vasanth Shetty Bellare President of Delhi Karnataka Sangha spoke about Tulu and Kannada culture in his speech and was informative for the audience. Ln. Kishore D Shetty also appreciated the Sangha for providing a platform for artists from various fields. Vishwanath Shetty Dubai thanked the Sangha for the support provided to the artists.
Also, a memento was presented to Suresh Salian and Sachidananada Suvarna for the support given to the Sangha. The felicitation was well organized by Dr Preeti Shetty
BSK President Dr Shekar Shetty in his speech briefed the audience about Sangha’s Cultural and Social activities as well as the charity projects that are planned for the year.
General Secretary Vishwanath Shetty delivered the vote of thanks. The program was well coordinated by Cultural Secretary Sateesh Shetty Baja and the event was beautifully compered by Sreelata Deviprasad Shetty and Swarna C Shetty.
The grand programme came to an end with delicious dinner served to all.
by Suresh S Rao Neramballi