Raj Sadosh/Abohar.
Rajasthani culture, dress, food, makeup, language, fragrance of affinity and colours spread a lot in the organized Jeeman 2023 festival. Rajasthan Vidhan Sabha Speaker Dr. CP Joshi, Nari Shakti Award recipient Barmer fashion designer and women employment leader Dr. Ruma Devi, British MP Virendra Sharma were among the participants in the festival organized by Rajasthan Association UK in London. About 1000 people including Harish Kumar from Indian High Commission, Bhawani Singh of Akshayapatra Foundation participated.
Organized on the Marwar theme this year, Rajasthani cuisine, churma, dal, gatta curry, ker sangri, Rabari, garlic chutney, bajra roti and besan ki chakki were enjoyed by the people. Culinary expert Nandlal mentioned on the occasion that The United Nations General Assembly in its 75th session has declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets.
(SUBHEAD)It is a matter of great pride and fortune for all of us Rajasthanis that Bajra is abundant in Rajasthan. So, they decided to add something new to the menu for the celebration. This is why dishes using Sri Anna (millet) were prepared.
Rajasthan Association UK patron Kuldeep Singh Shekhawat said that 'Jeeman' once again emerged as a high-level successful event. Rajeev Danga said that around 1000 people enjoyed the programme. Spokesperson Pushpa Chaudhary said that Dr. CP Joshi and Dr. Ruma Devi released Indu Barotha's book – `Rajasthani Kaise Sikhe'.
The performances of Priyanka, Suman, Pushpa, Hema, Soham, Shiv, Saanvi, Manvi, Chukku, Rohit, Aashi, Faizal and Surbhi Jain also enthralled the audience. Anuja and Srishti conducted the programme.
