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October 2019
THE GANDHI CENTRE
THE HAGUE
Parkstraat 99 (First floor), 2514 JH, DEN HAAG
The Gandhi Centre was set up on 2nd October, 2011 with primary objective of establishing,
reviving and strengthening the cultural relations between India and Netherlands. The ICCR
has set up such 36 Indian cultural centers in different parts of the world.
The objective of the Gandhi Centre is to promote awareness of India's composite
cultural heritage in The Netherlands. The activities of the cultural centre include
showcasing various art forms of India such as dance, drama, music, films, talks and
Seminars on subjects related to India. The centre also teaches Yoga, Music and Hindi.It
has a rich library with books on History, Art, Culture, Political Affairs and Fiction.The
Gandhi Centre functions under the Embassy of India and is established by the ICCR.
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Programme Schedule
You are cordially invited for the following:
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Inauguration of the Exhibition of the Artworks of R.K. Laxman
The Exhibition would be inaugurated by Ambassador of India Shri Venu Rajamony and
Justice Shri Dalveer Bhandari.
R. K. Laxman was a popular Indian cartoonist who created the daily comic strip You Said It,
which chronicled Indian life and politics through the eyes of the “common man,” a simple man
dressed in a dhoti and a distinctive checked coat was a silent observer. Laxman published numerous
short stories, essays and travel articles, some of which were collected in The Distorted Mirror. He
also wrote the novels The Hotel Riviera and The Messenger and an autobiography, The Tunnel of
Time. In addition, numerous collections of Laxman’s cartoons were published. In 2005 he was
awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second highest civilian honour.
Date : Friday, 4th October 2019
Time : 18 15 – 18 45hrs
Venue: Auditorium
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Talk on R.K. Laxman and his work by Dr. Dharmendra Bhandari
Dr. Dharmendra Bhandari taught at the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, from 1983 to 2002.He
served as Consultant to the Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Securities Scam in 1994:95. He
has undertaken several UNDP missions for the Governments of India, Egypt, Guyana, Jordan and
Romania to promote foreign investments. He has also lectured extensively on investments by
expatriate nationals at UNCTAD, Geneva; UNIDO, Vienna; UNDP, New York; and Harvard Law
School, Massachusetts. He has also published several papers in national and international journals
and has authored several books.
Currently he is on the board of directors of JP Morgan Mutual Fund, SBI Capital Markets,
Barclays Investments & Loans (India) Limited, Harmony for silvers Foundation,etc.. He has also
been a director on the boards of Bank of Baroda, Dena Bank and Bank of Maharashtra, and served
as institutional nominee director on behalf of ICICI, IDBI and UTI on the boards of prominent
business houses such as the Tatas, Birlas and Singhanias. Dr. Bhandari earned his doctorate in
commerce in 1982 and is also a Chartered accountant.
Date : Saturday, 5th October 2019
Time : 17 00 – 18 00 hrs
Venue: Auditorium
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Sitar & Tabla Concert by Leo Vertunni & Dipak Chakraborty
Leo Vertunni was Born in London in 1989. After growing up as a guitar player, Leo was
initiated by Pt. Avaneendra Sheolikar to the sitar in the Imdadkhani style. He then furthered his
training in the UK with Ust. Dharambir Singh and Ust. Mehboob Nadeem. At present, he is a disciple
of Ust. Irshad Khan, torchbearer of the Imdadkhani gharānā and widely recognized as one of the
greatest living sitar players. He performs extensively in Europe, tours regularly in the US and has
also given concerts in Mexico, Colombia, Benin, Russia, China and India.
Dipak Chakraborty was born in a family of music lovers. His talim has flourished under the
guidance of Late Shri Ranjit Kumar Baruna and finally he came in contact with the Tabla wizard
Ustad Sabir Khan.He belongs to great Farukhabad Gharana and also captured the style of other
gharanas in the Indian Tabla Tradition. He is an empanelled artiste of ICCR,Govt of India.In the year
2004:2005 he was selected as international artist of the year to represent tabla worldwide by the
government of India.
Date : Saturday, 12th October 2019
Time : 17 00 – 18 00 hrs
Venue: Auditorium
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Madhubani Paintings Workshop by Mrinalini Kaur Sapra
Mrinalini Kaur Sapra has been interested in Madhubani Painting since the age of 15 and has
been practicing the art form. The workshop will explore geometric patterns and line drawing
techniques.
Madhubani art or Mithila painting was traditionally created by the women of various
communities in the Mithila region of the Indian subcontinent. It originated from Madhubani district
of Mithila region of Bihar. Madhubani is also a major export centre of these paintings. This painting
as a form of wall art was practiced widely throughout the region; the more recent development of
painting on paper and canvas mainly originated among the villages around Madhubani, and it is these
latter developments that led to the term "Madhubani art" being used alongside "Mithila Painting."
Madhubani paintings mostly depict people and their association with nature and scenes and
deities from the ancient epics. Natural objects like the sun, the moon, and religious plants like tulsi
are also widely painted, along with scenes from the royal court and social events like weddings.
Generally, no space is left empty; the gaps are filled by paintings of flowers, animals, birds, and even
geometric designs.
Date : Saturday, 19th October 2019
Time : 16 00 – 1700 hrs
Venue: Auditorium
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Bharatanatyam Performance by Saanya Jain
Saanya Jain is a student at O.P Jindal Global University's School of Liberal Arts and
Humanities in International Business and Psychology. She is in Netherlands for a semester exchange
program, studying at University College Utrecht, this fall.
Her love for dance blossomed at the tender age of 4, for which she credits her mother. She has
been learning the art of Bharatanatyam since the past 16 years now. She has also completed her
Arangetram (first:ever solo debut performance) under the tutelage of the late Guru Jamuna Krishnan.
Saanya has performed at several festivals across India and wishes to continue pursuing her passion
for dance in the years to come.
Date : Friday, 25th October 2019
Time : 18 00 – 19 00 hrs
Venue: Auditorium
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Seminar on Ayurveda
Ayurveda is the ancient Indian system of medicine equally relevant in modern times. Its holistic
approach whether for healthy individuals or for diseased ones remains unparalleled. Prevention of
disease and promotion of health is the main aim of Ayurveda. "AYURVEDA’ in totality means ‘Science
of life’.
In 2016 the prime minister of India Hon. Shri Narendra Modi and the ministry of AYUSH
launched the annual Ayurveda day.
The Seminar has the following speakers: Prof. Dr. Deelip G. Mhaisekar, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Maharashtra University Health Sciences -Keynote Speaker
Prof. Dr. Kalidas D. Chavan, Hon’ble Registrar Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, India-Keynote Speaker
Dr. Anil K. Mehta NL : Ayurveda in The Netherlands
Dr. Girish Momaya NL : Maharishi’s contribution to the rise of Ayurveda in the world
Prof. Dr. Mauroof Athique : Special guest
Dr. Milind Jani, Retired Urologist, BAAP (UK) : Where is Ayurveda in Europe?
Vaidya Etienne Premdani (NL) & Vaidya Prem Heera (NL) : Introduction of the Day
Prof. Dr.Nirmala Sharma, Director Gandhi Centre (NL) : Ayurveda as a Pan Asian Phenomenon
Dr.Harish Patankar MD : ALBA(Ayurveda: Live: Blood: Analysis)
Dr.Gayatri Kulkarni : Diet in Ayurveda
Dr.Sharad Maroti Porte : Ayurvedic Management of Oral Carcinoma
Dr.Kunal B.Kamthe MD : Treatments for Piles ,Fissure and Fistula
Dr.Priyanka Thigale Risbood MD : Respiratory diseases in Ayurveda
Dr.K.B.Srinivas Rao : Ksharasutra therapy for pilonidal sinus
Dr.Rashmi Manoj Ved : Ayurvedic Cosmetic Formulations
Dr.Vaibhav S.Mehta : Auto Immune diseases and Ayurveda
Dr.Tapas Nikhare : Anti: depressesant, potential of Panchagavya
Date : Saturday, 26th October 2019
Time : 13 00 – 19 00 hrs
Venue: Auditorium
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An overview of events held in
September 2019
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Hindustani Vocal Concert 21st September 2019
The Gandhi Centre organized a
Hindustani Vocal Concert by Ankita
Deole Damle accompanied by Maulik
Prabhudesai and Prashant Potnis on
the Tabla. The young musician with
her melodious voice kept the
audience captive by singing the
classical ragas, thumris and Bhajans.
The trio did a splendid concert
Prof. Nirmala Sharma,
Director (TGC) felicitated the artists.
Book release 23rd September 2019
The Gandhi Centre Organized a
Book release event of Shri Hriday
Narayan Dikshit. The book authored
by him “The Way India Thinks” is
based on Indian Philosophy. The book
was published by Shri Rajmohan of
Acumen Publishers in the
Netherlands. Shri Pradeep Kumar
Dubey, Principal Secretary of UP
Vidhan Sabha and Editor of the book
gave remarks. Rajmohan and his crew
gave a musical performance.
Shri Venu Rajamony Ambassador
of India released the book and
felicitated the author.
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Meet & Greet Roar Crew: Kerala To Cannes 24th September 2019
The Gandhi Centre organized a
Meet & Greet Session with the Roar
Crew. The Crew with Gautom Menon
and Paul George set off on their Roar
Trip from Kerala to Cannes across
25,000 kms, through 25 countries, in 65
days to raise money for conservation of
tigers. The crew gave an interesting
presentation on their motto which was
then followed by a Question & Answer
session from the audience.
Prof. Nirmala Sharma, Director
(TGC) felicitated the crew.
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Regular Classes
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The Gandhi Centre organizes regular classes in:
• Yoga
• Hindi Language
• Tabla (Indian percussion instrument)
These classes are open to each and every one at no cost. The classes are designed to cater to all age
groups as well as from beginners to advanced.
Yoga Classes Yoga is a science and art of healthy living with origins in ancient India. It is a stress
management therapy and its practice increase immunity and contributes to overall physical and
mental being.
The Yoga Teacher, Mr. Amit Khanna is a Yoga Therapist with 9 years of experience in Yoga.
He is also a Physiotherapist. He deals with various medical conditions and life style disorders and
suggests exercises to deal with them.
Yoga Class at The Gandhi Centre
Hindi Language Classes Hindi is the national language of India with origins in the ancient Indian language Sanskrit. It
is widely used in both India and Suriname.
Dr. Kanta Rani is an enthusiastic teacher in Hindi language. She has a Masters in Hindi, PhD
in education and over 25 years of teaching experience. She has spent several years in teaching Hindi
to non:Hindi speakers. She has also taught in ICC Suriname and her publications include three
textbooks and one Hindi conversation book.
Hindi Students writing Level 3 exam at The Gandhi Centre
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Tabla Classes
Internationally acclaimed Tabla teacher Mr. Heiko Dijker of Dutch origin has been trained
under Ustad Faiyaz Khan, the famous Tabla player of India. Along with his public performances,
he also teaches in Universities. He teaches Tabla at the Gandhi Centre. The students love him because
of his personal attention to every student.
Tabla Class at the Gandhi Centre
For more details of the classes, kindly visit:
http://indianembassy.nl/eoi.php?id=Gandhi
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Library
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The Gandhi Centre library has a rich collection of books on Foreign affairs, Politics,
Philosophy, History, Religion, Art, Culture, Dance, Monuments, Autobiographies, Personalities,
Yoga, Hindi, Fiction and others. There is a reading room and book issue facilities.
E:Mail: [email protected]; [email protected]
Reception Phone: +31 703229576
