NRISA memebers and guests enjoyed a lovely bus trip to Lorne on May 18th 2025. Mr. Yashpal Vasudeva hosted the trip , ably aided and supported by Mr. Hari Dayal Kohli. Together they ensured full entertainment for everyone throughout the trip. About 50 people joined the excursion. It was perfect sunny day and Mini ji, Abha ji , Madhav ji, Uma ji and others in their on style brought colours to this trip. Overall it was trip full of fun and entertainmenet and everyone enjoyed it.
NRISA celebrated the festival of colours Holi on 16th March at Ivanhoe Library Theatrette between 2-4 PM. The function was graced by Cr Elizabeth Nealey, Mayor City of Banyule. Mr.Prem Sinha introduced Holi with his wonderful narratives on mythologies and cultural aspects related with Holi and Dr. Santosh Kumar (MC) kickstarted the program with NUTBUSH music and Aussie dance. Ms. Janaki and Dr.Amita set the Holi tune with a beautiful Radha- Krishna Holi dance while Mr. Hari Kohli entertained everyone with aplomb with a beutiful Rafi song “Kabhi na kabhi dil kahin na kahin”. This was follwed by a superb and graceful Kathak dance recital by Ms. Deepti Shukla and her team from Abhivyakti Fine Arts Academy. A short skid by Parminder ji, Gulab ji and Santosh ji gave everyone a humarous break. This was followed by Ms. Sheena Ghosh and team, who presented some lively Bollywood Holi numbers. Dr. Rajiv Edavan presented another popular Rafi song from Mere Sanam “Pukarta Chala hoon main”. Mr. Colin entertained everyone with his unique Degeridoo recital by synthesizing many medley of sounds from nature. This was followed by a medley of lively Holi songs by Ms. Meenu Wadhwa. The program finished with another exquisite classic dance performance by Ms.Deepti and her team. Ms. Kate Finn (Ivanhoe Library) presented the vote of thanks, Finally everyone enjoyed some traditional Holi snacks and tea.
