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Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Nov 10: Adding a vibrant festive touch to the ongoing First World Konkani Music Mega Convention, members of Team Kelarai Gayta joined the organisers, dignitaries and music enthusiasts in celebrating Deepavali in front of the iconic Town Hall.

Immediately after their stage performance, members of Kelarai Gayta gathered outside the venue to burst firecrackers and light sparklers, filling the evening air with festive lights and enthusiasm.

Joining the team in the outdoor celebrations were prominent community leaders, including Mandd Sobhann president Luvi Pinto, Daijiworld Media founder and managing director Walter Nandalike, Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy president Stany Alvares, organiser Roy Castelino and members of Team Mandd Sobhann.

The festive gathering coincided with a significant milestone as the unprecedented Konkani Singing Marathon crossed 185 continuous hours, rapidly approaching the landmark 200-hour mark.

Marking the twin occasions of Deepavali and the marathon's achievement, Luvi Pinto cut a ceremonial cake and shared it with the performing teams and spectators. He expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Team Kelarai Gayta and its coordinator, Alfred Bennis, for bringing a unique and memorable festive spirit to the historic world-record attempt.

The first world Konkani Music Mega Convention continues to attract music lovers and supporters from across the region as the marathon approaches its final hours.