Picnic to celebrate Ugadi

The Ugadi picnic recently held at Jells Park was yet another successful event held by the Kannada Sangha. The weather wasn’t ideal for a picnic, but this didn’t deter the enthusiastic attendees and the turnout on the day was very good.

After Ugadi wishes and a welcome speech by President Mrs Uma Malipatil were complete, the celebrations began with sharing of ‘Bevu Bella’, offered by Mrs Malathy Balraj. Then began the fun part with a variety of games and competitions, running races, hit the wicket, place the bindi, to name a few. Place the bindi turned out to be a hot favourite. Despite a drizzle and wind, spirits were not dampened as all the attendees from 2 to 70+ took part in the celebrations.

Mr Sateesh Savanur set up MKS library so that people could borrow books. There was also a costume jewellery outlet by Sumukh Enterprises, which was popular with ladies.

The gathering was then treated to a delicious homecooked lunch organized by the MKS executive members to the atmosphere. With so many men and women in traditional dress, attendees would have mistaken themselves to actually be in rangeelo Rajasthan.

The event concluded with a prize distribution and vote of thanks from Kutumb president, Mr Rakesh Saraf.

The Rajasthani Kutumb of Victoria (RAJKOV) would and an Aussie barbecue. The picnic ended with a vote of thanks by the Treasurer Mr Nagi, and the presentation of trophies by senior members to winners of the day’s competitions.

It was a day of celebration and good cheer, and the excitement and laughter all added to the festive mood. The Kannada Sangha thanks all attendees and volunteers for their involvement in making the event a success.