AIHM Holds Dadra and Nagar Haveli Cultural Event

By Samachar Vishesh News

Chandigarh 27^th Jan, 2020:- Dr. Amedkar Institute of Hotel Management, an autonomous body under Ministry of Tourism Govt of India, celebrated a sensitization & cultural program under the aegis of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” in the institute premises. As per the scheme every State and Union Territory in the country is paired with another State/UT for a year, during which they would carry out a structured engagement with one another in the spheres of language, literature, cuisine, festivals, cultural events, tourism etc. This pattern of cultural adoption of the partner State/UT is followed by all States and UTs. The partner state for Chandigarh is “Dadra & Nagar Haveli” and the event was organized to sentient the invitees about this union territory and popularize the diverse culture of the country. The effort was made to unleash the unexplored tourism potential of the country and to promote domestic tourism.

Filled with Warli paintings and wondrous models, the premises of Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Hotel Management resonate the hilly terrain of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The exquisite entrance was replicated by the students in the form of a magnificent structural creation. The famous Swami Narayan Mandir, the Dudhni Lake and the Vasona Land Park, were also replicated into smaller miniatures. The evening commenced with a laudable note, showcasing exemplary Garba, Lavni and Tadpa dance performances which made the audience entangled in the tunes of the music. Mind-bending quizzes and soulful poetries, kept the audience hooked to their seats. Around 200 people including students, staff and invitees from hospitality industry and institutions attended the harmonious evening. The invitees explored and relished the delicacies of the region like Dabeli, Thepla with methi batata nu shaak, Khubani murg, Mohathal etc. The mouth watering dishes gave a feeling of satiety to the guests. A chef competition was also organized in the institute at the same time.

Tanu Jain declared 1^st, Vishika Ranawat declared 2^nd and Kabeer Suneja declared 3^rd in the competition.

Ecstatic upon seeing the efforts put in by the students, The Principal, Sitesh Shrivastava, could not contain his elation and exclaimed with joy, he noted and appreciated the efforts put in by the students. He also expressed his earnest desire to organize more such events, so as to strengthen the unity and integrity of India.

One of the student from eastern part of the country said that such events helps to bridge the cultural gaps and bring people together.