
Abu Dhabi, Nov 4, 2013 : A variety of programmes were organised by the Karnataka Sangha Abu Dhabi to mark Karnataka Rajyotsava celebrations at the Indian Social Centre Auditorium here on November 1. Kannadigas from all over Abu Dhabi  participated in the event and  ascertained their solidarity for the cause of Kannada. The event was sponsored by In-Land Builders, Mangalore.










Dr. B.R. Shetty, entrepreneur and Chairman of UAE Exchange, inaugurated  the programme.MV Lokesh, Indian Ambassador to UAE and Siraj Ahmed,  Managing Director of In-Land Builders, Mangalore, were present as chief  guests.
Speaking on the occasion, MV Lokesh said Rajyotsava  celebrations  promote unity and harmony among Kannadigas. Ambassador MV  Lokesh who has been transferred as Indian Ambassador to Switzerland was  also accorded a warm farewell on the occasion.
CR Shetty, former  president of Karnataka Sangha, Dubai was conferred Da.Ra. Bendre Award   on the occasion. Siraj Ahmed, Managing Director of In-Land Builders was  also felicitated for sponsoring the programme. Meritorious students were  also honoured.
A variety of cultural events marked  the occasion.