Goan Welfare Society – Kuwait
In association with other goan clubs / organizations
Presents
GOA DAY ’09
A grand success.


Photos and Review at:

http://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B-GEukNSKtDIYWNiYTA3NTAtYWU5OS00YjQ1LTkwOTAtM2NjOThmYjQ1MzNk&hl=en


The Goa Day ’09, organized by the Goan Welfare Society – Kuwait, in association 
with 
other Goan Clubs/Organisations - Curtorcares United, CRC Chinchinim, Goan 
Overseas 
Association, Kala Mogui Kuwait, Kuwait Goan Association, Kuwait-Goa 
Tiatristanchi 
Sonstha, Navelim Youth Centre, Santos Football Club, United Friends Club and 
United 
Goans Centre, was celebrated in a grand style at the Carmel School, Kheitan, 
Kuwait, 
on 20th November, 2009.

The gala gathering regaled to a variety entertainment programme which was so 
lively 
and entertaining.

The vibrant music from the bands ‘Desert Strings’ the ‘Hidden Talents’ and AGGY 
D, 
set the moods for the thrilling moments to follow on stage, in the later part 
of the 
day. Julio Cardozo, coordinated the event, in his own inimitable style.

With the colourful Food stalls in the background, Goans were seen relishing the 
authentic delicacies, and enjoying what they are missing while away from home. 
The 
Game stalls depict the festive fun fare during village feast celebrations back 
home.

‘Kepemchim Kirnnam’ – the Internationally renowned Folklore Troupe from Goa, 
enthralled the capacity audience, with memorable performances, that will be 
long 
remembered by the Goans and special invitees who were captivated, by their 
graceful 
dances and lilting music, which flowed naturally, bringing alive the rich 
cultural 
traditions of Goa. Cajetan de Sanvordem and Janet Fernandes, compered the 
entire 
cultural programme with grace. Elvis Goes - ‘The Prince of Mando’, who is the 
leader 
of ‘Kepenchim Kirnnam’ thrilled the audience with a rendition of his very own 
compositions, proving yet again, here, that he truly deserves the title 
conferred on 
him by the State of Goa.

The Chief guest, H.E. the Ambassador of India, Shri Ajai Malhotra, in his 
address 
lauded the contributions of the Goan community in Kuwait towards the 
socio-Economic 
progress and development of India and appreciated picturesque land of Goa. He 
recalled his experiences during his recent visit to Goa on a holiday with his 
family, and complimented the very hospitable Goan people and praised the sandy 
beaches, lush green fields and lifestyle of Goa.

The Prizes and Certificates for the Drawing & Collage Competitions, distributed 
to 
the winners at the hands of H.E. the Ambassador of India, Shri Ajai Malhotra.

The winners of the different competitions held as a part of Goa Day celebration 
were 
as follows – Drawing competition were Esha Banerjee, Jason Miranda (age group 
4-6 ) 
Samruddhi Shrivastava, Vignesh Sivakumar(Age Group: 7-9), Collage competition 
winners were Immanuel Adriana Rakshana, Juliana Jinson (age 10-13 years) 
Vishala 
Darshani, Mohd. Saif Shaikh (age group 14-17), Konkani Singing Competition 
winners 
were Adela Moraies , Jason Miranda (Age group 5-8years) & Alrich Miranda, Caris 
D'Costa (age group 9-12 years)

Goan Welfare society honoured Mr.Elvis Goes leader of the Cultural Troupe 
“KEPEMCHIM 
KIRNNAM” in appreciation of his talents in promoting the rich Goan cultural 
heritage 
and keeping alive the traditional folklore of Goa. Elvis Goes is also recipient 
of 
the first ever ‘Youth Achievers Award’ called ‘The Yuva Srujan Puraskar 2008 
for 
folk song’ instituted by the Directorate of Art & Culture Govt. of Goa. Elvis 
Goes 
has taken Kepemchim Kirnnan into the Guinness book of World records which was 
created by Mr. Eric Ozario’s MANDD SOBHANN. Another senior citizen Mr. 
Assumption D’Sa 
was honored in recognition of his yeomen services to the Goan community during 
his 
long span of 52 years in Kuwait.

The President of the Goan Welfare Society, Mr. Alex Wilson Coelho, expressed 
profound gratitude to all the heads of the participating Clubs/Organisations, 
members of GWS, volunteers and all those who helped in the organization of this 
mega 
event. He deeply appreciated the cooperation and support of H.E. the Ambassador 
of 
India, the Managers of Air India, Jet Airways, Combined Group Co., Arab Center 
for 
commerce & Real Estate, National Aviation Company of India Limited (Indian 
Airlines 
& Air India), Shuwaikh Electricals (Mr. Tony Dias), Mr Cosme Coelho, Mr.Laurie 
Pinto, Mr Albano Pinto, Management of Carmel School, all the dignitaries and 
guests, 
participants in the cultural programmes, etc.

Mr. Coelho, showered huge praises on the Internationally renowned Troupe from 
Goa 
‘Kepemchim Kirnnam’ and said he was at a loss to find appropriate words to sing 
praises to them for the excellent performances. He wished them all the very 
best in 
all their endeavour and urged them to keep the rich traditions and culture of 
Goa 
alive through their talented efforts.

The excellent reception and personal attention, accorded to the Troupe right 
from 
Goa until the arrival at Kuwait airport, by Jet Airways Airport Manager, Mr. 
Robert 
Joseph, and the staff of Jet Airways all the way through is something to be 
sincerely appreciated, Mr. Coelho stated.

The efforts of the organizers, put together to showcase Goa in its true ethnic 
values, was lauded by the huge cheerful gathering.

The Goan Welfare Scholarship Awards 2009, sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Sam Alphonso, 
to 
top ranking Goan students were distributed during the Goa Day ’09, at the hands 
of 
our Patron Members, Mr. & Mrs. Sam Alphonso. The awardees for Std X were 
Candice 
Karen Miranda, Rachel Joan Dias, and Std XII were Ashwell Savio Correia, Keisha 
Preciosa Pereira

The General Secretary of the GWS, Ms. Sharon de Sousa, in her vote of thanks, 
expressed profound thanks to each and everyone who helped in making Goa Day 
’09, a 
memorable event.

The Goan Welfare Society – Kuwait, has done it again! Looks like it has become 
a 
habit with the organizers to dish out the best and keep the flag of Goa 
fluttering 
high, even though away from home. The beautiful Goan authentic traditional 
costumes, 
dance performances, songs, plays, were indeed a treat to watch. Full marks to 
Goa 
Day ’09, a complete entertainer!


Photos and Review at:

http://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B-GEukNSKtDIYWNiYTA3NTAtYWU5OS00YjQ1LTkwOTAtM2NjOThmYjQ1MzNk&hl=en



Forwarded by Franko
Goanet A&E
www.goanet.org


Reply via email to