Media Release
Kuwait, Oct 1: Kuwait Brahmavar Welfare Association (KBWA) celebrated Monthi Fest with their members and families on September 20 at a Chalet in Kabd, Kuwait. The festivity began with welcome by cultural secretary Roshan D’Souza, followed by singing the theme song of the association by the members.
The veneration of Mother Mary, a practice passed down through decades, was strikingly witnessed as the statue of Mother Mary and new harvest was taken in procession with reverence. As the hymn Moryeik Hogalsiya followed, children honoured Mother Mary’s statue showering it with flowers with utmost devotion. LJ D’Souza and Gretta D’Souza led everyone into meaningful prayer service.
The joyous celebration was presided by lighting the lamp and thereafter the ritual of consuming Noven drink prepared by mixing the kernel with milk was served to everyone after the eldest among the community did the honours. Sugarcane was distributed to all children on this occasion.
President Oswald D’Souza welcomed the gathering and thanked everyone for their presence, while appreciating and being grateful for the efforts and support of the members. Secretary Smitha presented the annual report of all activities and contributions done throughout the year.
Riyona Rodrigues rendered a devotional song to our heavenly mother and Vrinda Lewis addressed the gathering by sharing an inspiring message about the importance of the nativity feast.
Roshan D’Souza compered the whole event and enthralled the audience, kept everyone entertained with numerous spot prizes. Cool cousins showcased their dancing skills with dazzling dance performances. Roshan Rodrigues played upbeat music and kept the gathering lively.
Santosh D’Souza offered grace before the meal.
The highlight of the day was, without doubt, the ‘Noven Jevan’. Members relished the various delicacies served on banana leaves that were voluntarily prepared by association members on the same day at the venue. Alu Dento, Kuvalo, Sone/ Tendli, Sango, Karathen, ever-popular authentic coconut fish curry and Vorn was a true feast for the senses.
Vice president, Maxim Suares proposed the vote of thanks, appreciating the efforts that went into organizing the event and mentioned that none of this would have been possible without the unwavering support of sponsors from within the association.
As the event came to a close, one thing was clear, KBWA upheld the roots by coming together in a vibrant ritual of faith, tradition and unity reminding of the ties that bind all to their cultural roots.
Over 80 members took part in the celebration with a lot of zeal and enthusiasm. The feast of the family Monthi Fest had all the ingredients of a perfect community gathering taking home delightful memories.