{"id":5230,"date":"2025-08-17T00:27:10","date_gmt":"2025-08-16T18:57:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=5230"},"modified":"2025-08-17T00:27:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T18:57:10","slug":"our-freedom-is-unity-in-diversity-bengalurus-cultural-tribute-to-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=5230","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Our Freedom is Unity in Diversity\u2019: Bengaluru\u2019s Cultural Tribute to India"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"292\"><strong data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"290\">Bengaluru Marks Independence Eve with \u2018Reclaim Constitution\u2019 Celebration<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h3 data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"367\">Citizens unite for equality, harmony, and love for the Constitution<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"664\"><strong data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"383\">Bengaluru:<\/strong> The RBANM\u2019s Trust, in collaboration with the <em data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"451\">Reclaim Constitution<\/em> team, hosted a spirited Independence Eve celebration in Bengaluru, bringing together cultural performances, inspirational speeches, and a collective call to uphold the values of equality, unity, and patriotism.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"947\">For the past three years, the RBANM\u2019s Trust has been organizing the program to spread the message of constitutional values and to inspire love for every citizen of India. This year\u2019s event carried forward that vision with renewed enthusiasm and participation from diverse groups.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"952\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"991\">Leaders and Citizens Join Hands<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1249\">The evening saw active participation from social voices, cultural groups, and political representatives. Among those present were <strong>Dr. Girish Mood, Vinay,<\/strong> and ex-Indian Air Force personnel <strong>Nawaz Aman<\/strong>, along with members of the <strong><em data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1241\">Reclaim Constitution<\/em><\/strong> team.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1410\">Former Member of Parliament <strong>Rajeev Gowda<\/strong> also attended, while Shivajinagar MLA <strong>Rizwan Arshad<\/strong> hoisted the tricolor at midnight, marking the spirit of freedom.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1624\">Speaking on the occasion, <strong>Dr. Girish Mood<\/strong> emphasized, <em data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1622\">\u201cThis celebration is not just about remembering our freedom from the British, but about reaffirming our commitment to unity and harmony for all citizens.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5232\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5232\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-5232\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-3-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-3-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-3-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-3-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-3.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5232\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Unity, Harmony, and Patriotism Shine at RBANM\u2019s Trust Cultural Night<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1629\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1682\">Cultural Performances Highlight Social Issues<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1897\">A rich cultural lineup gave the event its heart and soul. The famous Kerala-based band <em data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1779\">Oorali<\/em> captivated the audience with powerful performances that highlighted social concerns through music and storytelling.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"2160\">\u201cOurs is a music of resistance and awareness. We must respect our Constitution and nurture harmony,\u201d said Saji from <em data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2023\">Oorali<\/em>, noting that their inspiration comes from the legendary Bengali band <em data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2100\">Bhumi<\/em> and its tradition of <em data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2135\">Jeevanmukhi<\/em> (life-oriented) songs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2386\">Adding a regional flavor, Mrs. Shilpa from Gulbarga presented folk songs of North Karnataka. Her performances vividly portrayed the struggles of village women and their daily hardships, resonating deeply with the audience.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5233\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5233\" style=\"width: 169px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5233 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-2-169x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"169\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-2-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-2-576x1024.jpeg 576w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Payel-Reclaim-Constitution-2.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5233\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Music, Folk Songs, and Freedom Stories Mark Bengaluru\u2019s Independence Eve<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2391\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2427\">Remembering Freedom Fighters<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2703\">The program hosts also narrated stories of India\u2019s freedom movement, including Mahatma Gandhi\u2019s first visit to Bengaluru. These narratives served as a reminder of the sacrifices made by freedom fighters and the enduring responsibility to uphold the values they fought for.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2869\"><em data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2805\">\u201cOur Constitution is the living spirit of our freedom struggle. Every generation must protect it,\u201d<\/em> one of the narrators reminded the audience, drawing applause.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2874\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2920\">A Night of Patriotism and Togetherness<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"3175\">Alongside cultural performances, food stalls added festive cheer, turning the evening into a community celebration of unity and patriotism. Team Abhaya members Debmalya and Payel also joined in the celebrations, underscoring the spirit of inclusivity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3394\">The event concluded with renewed resolve among participants to not only honor the country\u2019s independence but also safeguard the principles of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity enshrined in the Constitution.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"952\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"584\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">\ud83d\udde3\ufe0fKey <strong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"582\">Quotes<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"1322\">\n<li data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"763\">\n<p data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"763\"><em data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"743\">\u201cThis celebration is not just about remembering our freedom from the British, but about reaffirming our commitment to unity and harmony for all citizens.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Dr. Girish Mood<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"881\">\n<p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"881\"><em data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"859\">\u201cWe must respect our Constitution and nurture harmony. That is the true spirit of freedom.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Saji, Oorali Band<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1001\">\n<p data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1001\"><em data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"984\">\u201cOur Constitution is the living spirit of our freedom struggle. Every generation must protect it.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Program Host<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1160\">\n<p data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1160\"><em data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1131\">\u201cThe folk songs of North Karnataka reflect the strength and resilience of village women, who are the backbone of our nation.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Mrs. Shilpa, Folk Artist<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1322\">\n<p data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1322\"><em data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1299\">\u201cHoisting the tricolor at midnight reminds us that freedom is not a gift to be taken for granted, but a duty to be honored every day.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Rizwan Arshad, MLA<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>\n<p id=\"pvc_stats_5230\" class=\"pvc_stats total_only  \" data-element-id=\"5230\" style=\"\"><i class=\"pvc-stats-icon medium\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.0\" viewBox=\"0 0 502 315\" 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