Remembering Sindh Ain Sindhyat with Maya Rahi, Shobha Malhi, Julie Tejwani & Deepak Keswani. We all recited Sindh Ain Sindhi Poem by Krishin Rahi.
Chadienda Wanjan Tha - Dada Sugumal Keswani, He is the inspiration behind RadioSindhi.com. He Loved to sing Master Chander songs Recorded in year 2001 on a webcam.
Cheti Chand Jo Melo 2019 - Suman Khemlani Sindhyat Foundation, Formerly known as Thane Sindhi Club invites you for Cheti Chand Jo Melo at Kid Pop Centre, Near Khewra Circle, Thane on 6-Apr-2019, 6pm. Main attractions are Behrana Sahib, Musical Program by Suman Khemlani and Group, Lucky Draw Prizes, Quiz for Kids, Langar Prasad & Lots of Fun & Entertainment. You will remember this event in your life for sure. Entry only with passes. Limited passes available at Arome, Near Prashant Corner & Haute Fashion in Swastik Plaza, Thane West - 400610.
In some parts of Sindh, the Sindhi community celebrated Laal Loi (Lohri) on the 13th of January every year. During Lal Loi kids used to bring wood sticks from their grand parents and aunties and like a fire camp burnt these sticks in the night with people enjoying, dancing and playing around fire. Some ladies whose wishes were fulfilled offered coconuts in the fire and distributed prasad, this continued till midnight.
Two days before Diwali, Sindhis start lighting Diyaas (earthen lamps) from 'Dhan Teras' . The bazaars are full with prospective consumers. Friends and relatives meet one another with affection and extended pleasantries and sweetmeats. In the night, Laxmi Poojan takes place when all the members of the family pray with reverence and respect. In the night, people used to take in their hands a stick to which a rag dipped in oil was tied which was burnt. It was called 'Mollawaro' ; everyone shouted 'Mollawaro ... . Mollawaro' ...
Vasant Panchami also spelled Basant Panchami, is a festival that marks the preparation for the arrival of spring. The festival is celebrated by people in various ways depending upon the region in the life in the Indian subcontinent. Vasant Panchami also marks the start of preparation for Holika and Holi, which take place forty days later.The Vasant Utsava (festival) on Panchami is celebrated forty days before Spring, because any seasons transition period is 40 days, and after that, the season comes into full bloom
Maha Shivaratri is an annual festival dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, and is particularly important in the Shaivism tradition of Hinduism. Unlike most Hindu festivals which are celebrated during the day, the Maha Shivaratri is celebrated at night. Furthermore, unlike most Hindu festivals which include expression of cultural revelry, the Maha Shivaratri is a solemn event notable for its introspective focus, fasting, meditation on Shiva, self study, social harmony and an all night vigil at Shiva temples
Celebration of the birth of the Avatar of Water god (Varun Devta) Sai Uderolal, popularly known as Jhulelal . So much has been said and written about it that it would be superfluous to mention the event again. In Sindh the beginning of the New Year was considered Cheti Chand . Some businessmen opened new account books on Cheti Chand; many however, did that on the eve of Diwali. On the full moon day, people used to go to a river or lake and offer 'Akho' with a pinch of rice mixed with milk and flour. If there was no river or 'Darya', the ritual was performed at a well. Even Sindhi Sikhs go to temples or Gurudwaras, because Guru Nanak's birthday also falls on Pūrnima.
This sacred thread had 16 strips and 17 days. On the day when the sacred thread was to be untied, it was celebrated as an important day and special savouries like satpura and pakwan of Suji & Maida were made and distributed firstly to the priests and the poor and afterwards the remaining savouries were used by family members.
This festival takes place in the month of Sawan when married women and girls paint their hands and feet with Mehndi, go on fast for the whole day, during which they used to play games, swing in Jhulas and sing love songs. Orthodox or strict Sindhi women do not even drink a sip of water until they break their fast. In the night after making an offering to the moon, they would break the fast.This is also referred to as the Sindhi version of Karwa Chauth
In Sindh, Akshaya Tritiya is known as Akhandi which is celebrated in Vaisakha. On this day new earthen pots of water(matkas) were kept and everyone was offered clean and cool water. The significance of this day was to offer water to the thirsty. Hence at every nook and corner, sharbat, with pieces of apple in it, was offered to passersby along with 'prasad' . On this day, it was also customary to send new earthen pots and fruits to priests and Gurdwara.
During this days devotees of Devi ate one meal a day and did not even shave and cut hair. Ladies sang bhajans . In Nagarparkar they used to dance like Garba in Gujrat.
During those days whenever the snake charmer brought snakes, they were given some Dakhshna and also milk for the snakes. Nagpanchami is also called Gogro. It is a folklore from Kutch and Gujarat.
During certain months Umaas takes place on a Monday. That day is considered important for having a "dumb dip' in the waters; without talking to anyone early in the morning. It is also, called 'Gungee Umaas".
This Festival take place in the month of Sawan. On the day before Thadree day, people cook lola (sweet flour cakes) and rote (fried cakes) because there has to be no lighting of fire in the house on the Thadree day. The lolas and Rotes are eaten with curd or pickle. On that day drops of water are also sprinkled on the cooking fire to appease Sitladevi Mata
This Festival take place in the month of Sawan. On the day before Thadree day, people cook lola (sweet flour cakes) and rote (fried cakes) because there has to be no lighting of fire in the house on the Thadree day. The lolas and Rotes are eaten with curd or pickle. On that day drops of water are also sprinkled on the cooking fire to appease Sitladevi Mata
During this days devotees of Devi ate one meal a day and did not even shave and cut hair. Ladies sang bhajans . In Nagarparkar they used to dance like Garba in Gujrat.
Mukesh Sukhwani is professional Sindhi Singer and comedian. He is famous for hosting DJ Lada, Mata Ji Jyot, Behrana Sahib, Standup Comedy. He has performed in many Sindhi Movies and released many Albums. Director of Kings Orchestra.
City: Ulhasnagar
Birthdate: 08-FebPriyanka Keswani is new Young Singer from Mumbai. She is singing from the age of 8. Priyanka has successfully cleared Five levels in Classical Music from Akhil Bhartiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal, Mumbai.
Priyanka has also completed Diploma course in Classical and Playback Singing from Mumbai Film Academy.
She performed on stage for time at Puj Sindhi Panchayat, Devlali and I was felicitated with a token of appreciation.
Priyanka has given her sweet voice for two of Sindhi Nursery Rhymes Album.
Priyanka has worked with Sindhi Sangat which is an International based Non Profit Organization.
City: Mumbai
Birthdate: 15-NovDeepak Keswani born in simple middle class family did schooling & graduation from Ulhasnagar city. From the childhood he wanted to do something exceptional to help the community.
Deepak Has provided IT solutions to many clients across the world through well known companies like Blue Star Infotech Ltd & Atos for two decades.
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