The vibrant flag hoisting ceremony on Thursday, 15 August, marking India’s 78th Independence Day featured a special invitation extended to Phoenix Child Welfare by Dr Thelma John David, Consul General of India.
This prestigious event allowed Phoenix Child Welfare to celebrate not only India’s independence but also to receive a library sponsored by the Consul General’s office. The ceremony commenced with the ceremonial hoisting of the Indian flag, followed by the stirring rendition of the Indian national anthem.
Dr John David addressed the audience, sharing insights into various cultural projects initiated by her office, including the upcoming Bharat Utsav 2024, which promises to be a spectacular showcase of Indian art, culture, and unity. Guests were treated to an array of sumptuous traditional cuisine and some of the finest chai, while colourful fabric art pieces adorned the venue. Further enriching the experience, traditional Indian body art, known as mehndi, was offered to attendees.
During the celebration, a book was thoughtfully donated to Phoenix Child Welfare’s Sham Maharaj. Maharaj thanked Dr John David for the sponsorship and said Phoenix Child Welfare was indeed blessed to have been a part of honouring the rich and diverse culture of India.
