Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurates the event by lighting the ceremonial lamp; celebrations begin with Maa Durga’s Aarti
Kota, October 19: Rotary Club Kota’s Dandiya Raasotsav-2026 concluded with grandeur and enthusiasm at Dharanidhar Garden, Khed Ganesh Ji Road, Kota. The event was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who lit the ceremonial lamp. This was followed by a collective Aarti of Maa Durga by Rotarians and their family members. Amid devotional fervour and chants of “Jai Mata Di,” the Dandiya Raas celebrations commenced.
Based on the theme “Gujarat Aayo Re,” the colourful event showcased a vibrant blend of Gujarati culture, traditional attire, music and Dandiya dance. The attractive Gujarati-themed decorations, a glimpse of a traditional Gujarati village, performances by a special Dandiya team from Gujarat, a female DJ, an impressive sound system and delicious food added to the charm of the celebration.
Women and men participated enthusiastically in the special Garba round. Traditional attire and dance competitions further enhanced the festive spirit, making the event a memorable experience for the Rotary family.
Club President Laxman Singh Khinchi welcomed the guests, Rotarians and their families, stating that the objective of the event was not only to provide entertainment but also to strengthen mutual harmony, bonding and fellowship among club members and their families.
Club Secretary Mukesh Chaudhary said that the creativity, dedication, meticulous planning and collective efforts of the project team played a significant role in the success of the event. He expressed gratitude to all those who contributed to making the celebration a success.
The event was guided by Anupam Sharma and Reena Sharma, with Rotarian Mukesh and Dr Manisha Vyas serving as advisers. Coordinator and Joint Secretary Jayant Upadhyay also played an important role in the successful execution of the programme.
Project Chairman Sanjay and Garima Jain led the project team, which included Akhilesh and Priyanka Rathi, Manoj and Preeti Rathi, Yugal and Renu Maheshwari, Rotarian Jay and Veena Jain, Gaurav and Anubha Maheshwari, Vineet and Rishita Agarwal, Varun and Richa Gupta, Mahavir and Rekha Choradia, Pankaj and Sarita Mohta, Pawan and Reena Gupta, and Damodar and Ritu Mundra. Their collective efforts contributed significantly to the smooth conduct of the event.
Club spokesperson Sanjay Goyal stated that Club President Laxman Singh Khinchi, Secretary Mukesh Chaudhary and Treasurer Ghanshyam Mundra, along with the project team, expressed their gratitude to all Rotarians and their family members for their enthusiastic participation.
He added that when teamwork, dedication and effective planning come together, every event becomes memorable.
Dandiya Raasotsav-2026 conveyed a beautiful message of unity within the Rotary family, respect for cultural traditions and mutual harmony, while celebrating the vibrancy of Gujarati culture with great enthusiasm.
