Your conception of a traffic policeman is simple: standing on the roads directing traffic. Actually, a traffic policeman does more than this work.
Traffic policemen (and women) not only direct traffic to ensure a smooth and regularised flow of traffic, but are also ensuring that the public follow rules. They catch drivers without a license, those who drink and drive, those who park in no-parking zones and other offenders. They are thereby ensuring that fewer people are at risk because of these offenders. In fact, it is because of the traffic police ensuring discipline that we get to use roads safely.
Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Navy personnel and cadets at 2013 Republic Day parade Mumbai
Navy cadets are trained at the Indian Naval Academy in Kerala. Academic studies and outdoor training are imparted here based on the cadet's specialized field. Various fields include naval architecture, naval aviation, submarine warfare, etc. On successful completion of their training, they get appointed as Sub Lieutenants.
Check out the smartly fitted men and women of the Indian Navy at the 2013 Republic Day parade at Shivaji Park, Mumbai.
Check out the smartly fitted men and women of the Indian Navy at the 2013 Republic Day parade at Shivaji Park, Mumbai.
Firemen at 2013 Republic Day parade Shivaji Park Mumbai
Firemen are an incredibly courageous lot. People tend to run away from flames with a natural horror of getting burned and being charred. Firemen, on the other hand, run towards the horrifying danger to battle the flames.
Most of our firemen do not have the special costumes to protect them from fire. Yet they plunge into the danger, time and again. They also rescue people trapped in high rise buildings and those trapped in stuck lifts. See them in their glorious fireman's uniforms in the photos below taken at the 2013 Republic Day parade at Shivaji Park. This time, though, there were not fire engines unlike at previous parades. Perhaps they were required at the site of a major fire.
Most of our firemen do not have the special costumes to protect them from fire. Yet they plunge into the danger, time and again. They also rescue people trapped in high rise buildings and those trapped in stuck lifts. See them in their glorious fireman's uniforms in the photos below taken at the 2013 Republic Day parade at Shivaji Park. This time, though, there were not fire engines unlike at previous parades. Perhaps they were required at the site of a major fire.
2013 Republic Day parade Shivaji Park Mumbai
This year's Republic Day parade at Shivaji Park, Mumbai was an even grander event than previous years with the addition of more floats and more folk dance groups from the smaller towns and rural areas of Maharashtra.
It is a pity that the public stays away. There is a crowd, but not as much as one would expect. It was really a wonderful opportunity to see & cheer the various units of the police forces, fire brigade, security forces, army, navy and other personnel smartly turned out in their full working kit.
The photographs in this and related blog posts reveal them in all their glory.
It is a pity that the public stays away. There is a crowd, but not as much as one would expect. It was really a wonderful opportunity to see & cheer the various units of the police forces, fire brigade, security forces, army, navy and other personnel smartly turned out in their full working kit.
The photographs in this and related blog posts reveal them in all their glory.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
2012 Know your Army Day events schedule Shivaji Park Mumbai
The Know your Army day is held to celebrate the victory of India over Pakistan in the 1971 war & salute the bravehearts who sacrificed their lives for this victory. For this, the Indian Army is organising the Vijay Diwas (victory day) celebrations at Shivaji Park in the heart of Mumbai, capital city of Maharashtra. The main aim of this festival is to encourage youngsters to join the Army.
Saturday, November 3, 2012
2012 Navy Queen pageant Mumbai registration form
Each year, as part of the Indian Navy Day celebrations in Mumbai the Navy organizes a Navy Ball. The events at the 2012 Navy Day Ball in Mumbai will include performances by celebrity guests and popular music bands, with well-know DJs and event hosts adding fun to the general atmosphere.
The most popular feature at the Navy Ball is the Navy Queen Pageant with young ladies vying for the coveted title of Navy Queen.
2012 Indian Navy Day events Mumbai
The Indian Navy Day is an important landmark which falls on December 4th each year. It marks that day in the calendar of the Indian Navy's victorious operation, called Operation Trident, which was a courageous & daring attack on the Karachi harbour, Pakistan during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. To commemorate that eventful day, the Indian Navy each year organizes events for the general public. In Mumbai this year these events will include the ever-popular Beating the Retreat, band performances by the Naval band, free medical camps and an open sea swimming competition. The Indian Navy warships at the Naval Dockyard will also be open to the public. There will also be a 2012 Navy Queen Pageant (more info here).
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
2012 Mood Indigo Livewire All India rock band competition dates
Mood Indigo is one of the best organised and most popular
festivals not just in Mumbai but in the country. Hosted by IIT-Bombay, it
attracts hordes of entries for its various competitive events from educational
institutions all over India, not to mention hundreds of happy spectators. One
such event is Livewire, the rock band competition. This year, though, this
specific event will not be confined just to a Mumbai venue. Eliminations will
be held in 4 cities: Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai & Bengaluru.
Friday, September 28, 2012
2012 Falguni Pathak Dandiya Raas event tickets booking
Falguni Pathak and Navratri are inseparable & once again
the Dandiya Queen is set to take the spotlight at the Navratri Utsav in Mumbai.
It has been reported that this time the Dandiya Queen
will be making a dramatic surprise entrance on each of the days. The 9-day utsav is
being organised by Purple Stone Entertainment in collaboration with Mangal
Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. & 3rd Rock Multimedia in Mumbai. For 2013 Falguni Pathak Navratri event tickets check details here.
The unique aspect of this year’s utsav will be free training
sessions to help the participants learn the dandiya dance moves so that they
can enjoy the festivities more.
Falguni Pathak is eager to focus more on
devotional & celebratory themes for the songs & music beats and less on
Bollywood numbers. So other than her own hit numbers of past years (remember
Pari hoon main andYaad piya ki aane lagi ?) and Gujarati folk beats, there will
be bhajans, aartis & Sufi songs for sure.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
October-November 2012 training program at Manchester United Soccer School Mumbai
Logo image from official website |
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Shri Vilasrao Deshmukh funeral
Shri Vilasrao Deshmukh, Union Minister of Science and Technology passed away earlier today. You can pay your respects at his home in Babhalgaon, Latur, Maharashtra between 9a.m. and 3p.m. on August 15th (tomorrow), as reported by NDTV. The funeral procession will be at 3p.m. and the cremation will take place at 4 p.m.
The address:
The address:
Monday, July 16, 2012
India's Got Talent Mumbai Auditions dates, timings and venue 2012
India's Got Talent, telecast on Colors TV, is one of my favourite talent shows & I am eagerly looking forward to its 2012 edition. What's great about this show is that it is not restricted to just singing or dancing like other talent shows, but gives the people of India a platform to show just about any sort of talent. It could be sketching, playing the flute, juggling, gymnastics, swallowing fire...whatever you think you are good at. Those in Mumbai, Maharashtra can register for the Mumbai auditions right away.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Bajaj Allianz Junior Football Camp registration India 2012
Bajaj Allianz invites registrations from children aged 14 to
16 years to participate in the annual Bajaj Allianz Junior Football Camp. This
camp aims to find hidden football talent across India. The camps are organised at
42 cities, comprising of a series of selections & playoffs to judge the
most deserving youngsters to go to Munich. The schedules of the camps will be likely updated soon at the website or you can contact at the email/phone nos. given at the end of this article.
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Mumbai police and vehicles at 2012 Shivaji Park Republic Day parade
Floats at 2012 Shivaji Park Mumbai Republic Day parade
There were some very well-designed creative floats at the 2012 Republic Day parade held at Shivaji Park, Mumbai. A float in the shape of a train showcased well known landmarks in and around Mumbai, such as the Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves & a tiger depicting the wild species at the Borivali National Park.
Traditionally dressed Koli community folk dancing behind the float |
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A large brightly coloured float depicted the need to save the girl child & showed what potential a girl child has in various fields, proving that a girl can do anything possible.
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A third float was all decked up in green. Atop stood a Village Head & a farmer, admonishing people to grow more trees and not to use plastic bags. Everybody cheered them!Saturday, December 24, 2011
Jaanta Raja Shivaji Park play review
This month, Jaanta Raja was staged at the Shivaji Park grounds, Dadar, Mumbai. The ticket-buying started with a trickle at the Shivaji Mandir theatre and then gathered momentum once the play began, with the current booking stall at the venue seeing long queues. All the shows have been a total sell-out.
About the play: Jaanta Raja is a depiction on stage of the life & times of the great Maratha warrior-king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Shivaji was known to be a wise king (that is what Jaanta Raja means). The play's script is written by famous historian Babasaheb Purandare, considered to be the most reputed scholar on Shivaji's life & times. Based on his biographical work on Shivaji, Jaanta Raja depicts various episodes of Shivaji's life. Up to the present show, the play has been staged over 900 times! The last time it was performed in the Shivaji Park grounds was in 2006. The role of Shivaji is played by Pune citizen Pravin Shirole who also works for the Maharaja Shivchhatrapati Pratishthan trust, Pune, the organisation which puts up the play and owns its rights.
2011 Jaanta Raja review Mumbai
Wonder of wonders - the play began right on time! We are so often used to having general programs starting a bit late, it was good to see the emphasis on punctuality. So if you are planning to watch it on the last 2 days (today/tomorrow), make sure you reach the venue early.
The magnificence and grandeur of the presentation of Jaanta Raja as a whole was really awesome. Full compliments to the team behind the sets, lights and music. The revolving stage with quick scene changes, the lighting as appropriate to each scene and the traditional music all made a very good impression throughout. The set was really huge - over 40 feet high and over 100 feet wide - with Goddess Bhavani's sculpture dominating the center. At the very peak was the traditional saffron flag of the Marathas. The costumes & accessories of the over 200 characters also gave authenticity to the era of Shivaji's time.
When the play began, there was a bit of a disappointment - the dialogue was not actually said by the characters at all. It was lip-synching to recorded dialogues. Perhaps this is because the play itself is a narration of the different episodes in the life of Shivaji. Also, loudspeakers had been banned due to the Shivaji Park area being declared a silent zone so the organisers had installed speakers on either side of the seating areas.
It took some time for the audience to get into the spirit of the play; and it did seem from most of the expressions on the faces around that even those who are familiar with the Marathi language found it a bit difficult to follow all the words. The kids who came for the show too were not entirely attentive & seemed to be giving more attention to the popcorn & wafers their parents had to buy to keep them quiet. One youg boy seated behind was intent on tearing up the newspaper he had into as many tiny bits as possible!!! However, everybody came to life whenever the music was part of the scene! There was also plenty of enthusiastic & vigorous clapping whenever Shivaji did something brave, such as his confrontation with Afzal Khan, or when the greatness of Shivaji was spouted.
It was also good to see some traditional dances of Maharashtra being incorporated in the play. One thing which everybody - kids and adults - wanted to see was the elephant & the horses which had always been part of Jaanta Raja. They were not disappointed - it was the highlight of the play with the procession of animals creating plenty of excitement, not to mention the colourful fireworks display in the night sky.
The stage & sets were used well, with the upper storey also being used for certain scenes. As for the cast, the artiste playing Shivaji did a great job but the one playing the role of Jijabai was really outstanding. The most energetic person by far was the sutradhar (narrator). It would have been good if the orgranizers had distributed a leaflet which gave the names of the cast and crew to the audience members as they came in.
Despite the high cost of the tickets, you should see Jaanta Raja at least once - at least for its magnificence & grandeur if nothing else.
About the play: Jaanta Raja is a depiction on stage of the life & times of the great Maratha warrior-king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Shivaji was known to be a wise king (that is what Jaanta Raja means). The play's script is written by famous historian Babasaheb Purandare, considered to be the most reputed scholar on Shivaji's life & times. Based on his biographical work on Shivaji, Jaanta Raja depicts various episodes of Shivaji's life. Up to the present show, the play has been staged over 900 times! The last time it was performed in the Shivaji Park grounds was in 2006. The role of Shivaji is played by Pune citizen Pravin Shirole who also works for the Maharaja Shivchhatrapati Pratishthan trust, Pune, the organisation which puts up the play and owns its rights.
2011 Jaanta Raja review Mumbai
Wonder of wonders - the play began right on time! We are so often used to having general programs starting a bit late, it was good to see the emphasis on punctuality. So if you are planning to watch it on the last 2 days (today/tomorrow), make sure you reach the venue early.
The magnificence and grandeur of the presentation of Jaanta Raja as a whole was really awesome. Full compliments to the team behind the sets, lights and music. The revolving stage with quick scene changes, the lighting as appropriate to each scene and the traditional music all made a very good impression throughout. The set was really huge - over 40 feet high and over 100 feet wide - with Goddess Bhavani's sculpture dominating the center. At the very peak was the traditional saffron flag of the Marathas. The costumes & accessories of the over 200 characters also gave authenticity to the era of Shivaji's time.
When the play began, there was a bit of a disappointment - the dialogue was not actually said by the characters at all. It was lip-synching to recorded dialogues. Perhaps this is because the play itself is a narration of the different episodes in the life of Shivaji. Also, loudspeakers had been banned due to the Shivaji Park area being declared a silent zone so the organisers had installed speakers on either side of the seating areas.
It took some time for the audience to get into the spirit of the play; and it did seem from most of the expressions on the faces around that even those who are familiar with the Marathi language found it a bit difficult to follow all the words. The kids who came for the show too were not entirely attentive & seemed to be giving more attention to the popcorn & wafers their parents had to buy to keep them quiet. One youg boy seated behind was intent on tearing up the newspaper he had into as many tiny bits as possible!!! However, everybody came to life whenever the music was part of the scene! There was also plenty of enthusiastic & vigorous clapping whenever Shivaji did something brave, such as his confrontation with Afzal Khan, or when the greatness of Shivaji was spouted.
It was also good to see some traditional dances of Maharashtra being incorporated in the play. One thing which everybody - kids and adults - wanted to see was the elephant & the horses which had always been part of Jaanta Raja. They were not disappointed - it was the highlight of the play with the procession of animals creating plenty of excitement, not to mention the colourful fireworks display in the night sky.
The stage & sets were used well, with the upper storey also being used for certain scenes. As for the cast, the artiste playing Shivaji did a great job but the one playing the role of Jijabai was really outstanding. The most energetic person by far was the sutradhar (narrator). It would have been good if the orgranizers had distributed a leaflet which gave the names of the cast and crew to the audience members as they came in.
Friday, December 16, 2011
2011 Jaanta Raja Mumbai tickets price availability
The stage depiction of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's coronation ceremony is known as Jaanta Raja (meaning wise King). It will be presented at the Shivaji Park grounds in Mumbai on 6 days next week. The program has been organised by the well known Shivaji scholar Babasaheb Purandare and his organization Maharaja Shivchhatrapati Pratishthan, Pune.
Read the review of Jaanta Raja
Crowning the Maratha King (~ image courtesy Raja Shivchhatrapati-Babasaheb Purandare) |
Venue: Shivaji Park grounds (entry from gate at Keluskar Road north)
Time: 6.30p.m. (on all days it is at the same time)
Dates:
December 20th, 2011
December 21st, 2011
December 22nd, 2011
December 23rd, 2011
December 24th, 2011
December 25th, 2011
Ticket rates: Rs.150/- (tiered stand seating) , Rs.200/- (plastic chair seating), Rs.500/-(red upholstered chair seating)
Rs.200/- ticket for the event |
1. You are not allowed to take in any type of bag. Snacks (wafers, popcorn, juice) are sold inside.
2. You are not allowed to take any photographs or videos, so do not take your camera/handycam.
3. You are not allowed to carry bottles of water inside.
4. Entry will be given starting at 6p.m.
5. The seating arrangements are as per ticket rates, but each section has no seat numbers. You can select your seat in your section on first-come-first-served basis.
6. You are expected to come early & take your seat before the program begins.
Where to buy tickets for 2011 Jaanta Raja event:
Shivaji Mandir Theatre
N.C. Kelkar Road, next to Star Mall,
Dadar (West)
Mumbai - 400028
Ph: 022- 2430 4566
Booking times: 8.30a.m. - 11a.m./ 5p.m.-8p.m.
Booking times: 8.30a.m. - 11a.m./ 5p.m.-8p.m.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
2011 Falguni Pathak Dandiya Raas Venue in Mumbai
Last year, Falguni Pathak had opted to celebrate the Navratri festival in Gujarat. This year, the dynamic performer is back at her favourite venue at the Goregoan Sports Club.
Address and Entry Fees for Falguni Pathak's Dandiya Raas Performance
Venue: Goregaon Sports Club, Malad Link Road, Mumbai
Time: 7p.m. onwards
Address and Entry Fees for Falguni Pathak's Dandiya Raas Performance
Venue: Goregaon Sports Club, Malad Link Road, Mumbai
Time: 7p.m. onwards
Name: Sankalp Dandiya, Navratri 2011
Who will Perform: Falguni Pathak, Hemangini Pandit, Tushar Trivedi, Sanjay Sawant and others.
Special Feature: Pyrotechnics
Special Feature: Pyrotechnics
Entry Fees: Rs.300/- on weekdays / Rs.600/- on weekends. Season pass also available.
Ph: 26161212 / 26192525 / 8291700226/7/8/9
For the 2012 event, tickets information here: 2012 Falguni Pathak Dandiya Raas event
Ph: 26161212 / 26192525 / 8291700226/7/8/9
For the 2012 event, tickets information here: 2012 Falguni Pathak Dandiya Raas event
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