PaintBrush Art Community draws ably on Rajasthan Carnival 2025 canvas

The Rajasthan Carnival 2025 was hosted by the Rajasthan Business and Professional Group and Indian Peoples Forum on April 27 at Zabeel Ladies Club, under the patronage of Rajasthan Foundation, Rajasthan Government and Indian Consulate Dubai.

- Muhammad Yusuf, Features Writer

More than 7000 attendees took part in the event which was inaugurated by Indian Minister of Culture and Minister of Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Consul General of India, Satish Sivan, along with Raju Mangodiwala, Vice President, Jaipur Jewellers Association.

The Carnival hosted 53 exhibitors, saw traditional cultural performances with a heritage art corner by PaintBrush Art Community which recreated Rajasthani and Indian scenes in the UAE, plus traditional delicacies from homepreneurs. The event was supported by Bank of Baroda and VPBG. The Carnival also witnessed the official launch of a book on Rajasthan titled 'From Thar to the Top', with the launch being attended by dignitaries and delegates. A quiz contest and competitions on best décor for stalls was also part of the programme.

The highlight of the event perhaps was a performance by Kerala Mangalam Band who played Rajasthani rhythms. Ahmed Al Hosani, the first Emirati classical singer, performed for the audience. Al Hosani, who has entranced audiences with his captivating baritone, has secured the prestigious Middle East Best Singer Award in 2023, the best UAE live singer award and the UAE First International Classical Singer of the year award in 2023. He is a founding member of the Emirati Musicians Association.