From top builders to corporates, and politicians, everybody is splurging money on Navratri events (dandiya, garba and bhondla) this year. Some netas and sponsors are going around in circles with innovative ideas to connect with the Almighty and the Aam Janta, while youngsters are having a field day – dancing, chomping on sumptuous food and donning their best Navratri attires. The 9-day Navratri festival fervour is spreading all over the country.
For many, Navratri is not just a religious festival but a time for community building, reconnecting with cultural roots and celebrating India’s diversity and unity. There are several Navratri events in Gujarat, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Delhi and Kolkata, but most youngsters are desperately waiting to dance and immerse in the mesmerizing voice of Garba Queen Falguni Pathak. She is performing for the seventh consecutive year at the Swargiya Pramod Mahajan Maidan, Mumbai.
Speaking about the country’s most coveted garba event, Falguni tells media persons, “My energy and passion come from my fans and Ambe Ma. Every year, we aim to bring something new. This year will be exceptional too.
The enthusiasm of the youngsters and garba dancers acts like fuel to our performance.” But why should only youngsters have all the fun? How about giving a much-needed break to our police force? Shaina NC, a fashion designer and BJP spokesperson from Mumbai has organized Garba and Dandiya Nights specifically for the Mumbai Police. “This event is a.