The three day first Basav Utsav 2009 which depicts life and teachings of 12th century social reformer Basaveshwara and Sharana culture concluded here at Basavakalyan town of the district on Monday.
Presiding over the concluding day function, Basavakalyan MLA Basavaraj Patil Atoor said, cultural event like Basava Utsav will be held with grandeur in coming years and expressed gratitude for the cooperation received from all quarters of society to make the event successful.
Speaking on the occasion Deputy Commissioner Harsh Gupta said, the maiden Basav Utsav is a grand success this has been possible due to cooperation extended by the people from all walks of life including religious seers, officials, and elected representatives. And expressed in future this event would be observed with much splendor and hoped that this event would get recognition on national level.
Horticulture University Registrar Dr S B Dhandin said, Basavanna has observed work is worship in his teachings, and noted work shouldn’t become commercial activity. One’s work contains dedication, commitment, sincerity and accomplished with utmost devotion, besides such acts ensure that it shouldn’t pose any problems for none.
Cultural artist’s participated in a three day event felicitated by Mr Gupta. Basava Yoga Kendra’s Beldal Sharanaru, Lalit Kala Academy Chairman J S Khanderao, Basava Seva Pratishtan Akka Annapurna, Hulsoor Math Shivanand Swamiji, and other invited dignitaries were present.
The three day event comprises of discussions and meets on the principles and teachings of century social reformer Basaveshwara and Sharanara culture, the highlight of cultural event was programmes presented by noted artists of international fame, including bhajan singer Anoop Jalota, Carnatic Vocalist Dr Balmuralikrishna and cultural troupe from Nirantara foundation Mysore added the gleam to the event.
