Mangalore: Musical Show to Raise Funds for Cancer Awareness Campaign
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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangalore (BG)
With Inputs from Media Release
Mangalore, Nov 19: An entertaining evening awaits music lovers in the city as Rotary Club of Mangalore Sunrise gets set to organize 'Gaata Rahe Mera Dil' on November 26 at Town Hall at 6 pm. The musical show will feature well-known multi-lingual singing talents of the coastal Karnataka region Anitha D’Souza, Srikant Kamath, Mohd Hanif and Ranjan Das.
Addressing a press meet here on Monday November 19, Daijiworld Weekly editor-in-chief and programme director Hemacharya said that the proceeds of the show will be utilized in creating awareness on and early detection of cancer. The entry will be through the invitation cards issued by the club.
Fight Against Cancer
The tentacles of dreaded decease like cancer is fast spreading its control across the world, killing millions across the globe. Even among educated there is little awareness about cancer; mainly its risk factors and early symptoms. There is more fear than knowledge. Cancer is a major health hazard today, not only killing millions of people but also bringing in lots of suffering to the patients and their families; not to mention the economic burden. Once advanced cancer needs expensive treatments like surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy which at times are beyond the reach of ordinary people in our region.
In line with Rotary District 3180 project – ‘Cancer detection’ - Rotary Club of Mangalore Sunrise has pledged to spread awareness about cancer. In this effort, they have the tacit support of other Rotary clubs, prominent medical institutions, media forums and corporate companies in the city, under a campaign called – ‘Fight against Cancer’.
Under the leadership of Dr Shivashankar Bhat Angri, president, who himself is a laparoscopic surgeon, the Club members have identified a few modalities in this direction. Dr Bhat will be assisted by members including eight well known physicians who are the members of the club. He has plans to co-opt members of medical fraternity from other clubs and institutions in this campaign which is going to make a difference to the region.
Addressing the reporters, Dr Shivashankar Angri said, “Ever since I took over the position of presidency, it was my endeavor to take on this deadly monster as the whole region is succumbing to its assault. It requires a great deal of commitment to counter this menace, in the form of awareness and prevention. I believe our club which has highly qualified professionals – including highly placed specialist doctors – is in a better position to lead this campaign from the front. We invite other like-minded people to come and join us."
Dr Shivashankar Angri has plans to convene a meeting of eminent physicians, executives from the corporate companies, members from media and civic society to form a ‘consultative committee’ to assist him in this campaign.
Rohan Monteiro, associate sponsor of the programme said that cancer is on the rise at an alarming rate in the city, and hence is a need to create awareness about it. "We should collectively fight against it by creating awareness among the public. I congratulate Rotary for takening up the initiative in this regard," he added.
Gaata Rahe Mera Dil – the show
The musical troupe will be headed by Anitha D’Souza, a well known singer who sings in 8 languages. A trained singer and dancer, Anitha has been felicitated by her fans in India and abroad by bestowing such titles as ‘Tulunada Gaana Kogile’ and ‘Gadinada Gana Kogile’.
Srikant Kamath, the tall and handsome singer who is well known for his soft romantic numbers, whose voice suits the original singers be it Manna De, Kishore Kumar, Mohd Rafi, Mukesh or Kumar Sanu. Mohammed Hanif (known as Junior Rafi) is equally famous for oratory skills and strong stage presence. Ranjandas, who is known as junior Kishore Kumar of the South is equally stunning and graceful.
The troupe has widely travelled around India and abroad, regaling the audience. Some of their popular shows are – “Golden Oldies” – in Dubai, the Musical Extravaganza in Dubai, The Melody Makers by Tulu Koota in Kuwait, The Musical Show by Anitha and Srikant in Bahrain. The troupe for the past three years has organized musical shows at Town Hall, the latest being ‘Yaadon ki Baarat’ on August 26 which was a successful show enjoyed by people of all communities. The music for the show consisting yester year Hindi golden oldies will be arranged by Pappan from Calicut who has conducted many shows of South Indian singing legends such as S P Balasubramanian, Jesudas and so on. Prem Kumar will compere the show.
Overwhelming support
The humanitarian show has been supported by most of the media forums, prominent personalities and business houses both in Mangalore and from the Middle East and pledged their support.
Any donations/contributions to this project qualify for exemption under section 80G of the Income Tax Act. Contributors are requested to send their contributions in favour of Rotary Club of Mangalore Sunrise Charitable Trust and addressed to Rotarian Dr Shivashankar Bhat Angri at Sparsha Medical Centre, Bendorewell, Mangalore – 575 002.
For further information contact: Phone – 0824 425 8372, Mobile - 9740296297.
Rotarian secretary Joe D’Silva, Dr Manjunath Kamath and singer Anitha D'Souza were present.