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Nushrat Bharucha, Asha Negi catwalk at India Runway Week (Lead, correcting intro)
New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Bangladeshi designer Bibi Russell opened the India Runway Week spring/summer 2018, which saw actors Nushrat Bharucha and Asha Negi take to the ramp for designers Kavita Aggarwal and Soniya Sanchi respectively.
The Indian Federation for Fashion Development (IFFD) hosted the tenth season of India Runway Week (IRW) at The DLF Place Saket, New Delhi. A mix of new designers along with veterans showcased fresh trends on Friday.
The show opened with Russell’s ‘Rajasthali’ line, followed by collections from Ridha by Rohit Arora, Varsana by Vandana Jaju and Aditi Jaju, Soniya Chandorkar, Nazila Sawhney, Aditi Aggarwal and James Ferriera.
Russell’s line is made from handspun and hand-woven fabric diversified by art and design intervention to be made more suitable for the modern context. It is in shades of black and white in cotton, ecological and khadi fabrics.
Nushrat, fresh off the success of “Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety”, walked the ramp for Kavita Aggarwal’s ‘Ode to Pietra Dura’, an ancient decorative art form often referred to as ‘paintings in stone’. Her bridal collection was a tribute to Pietra Dura’s vivacity and a captivating look into new application for this age-old art form.
The embroidery in her ensembles is a replication of Pietra Dura motifs – not so much in technique as in aesthetics. The designer dedicated this Indo-western fusion line to the modern Indian woman, who is rooted in traditions, yet open to fresh explorations.
Asha of “Pavitra Rishta” fame, walked for Soniya Sanchi, who showcased ‘Lucknowi Chikankari’, a symbol of elegance, class, tradition and a heritage with a touch of Mukaish work. Motifs of flowers, creepers, birds, foliages all scenic gifts of nature come together weaving their magic into intricate tonal stories on the fabric.
Ridha by Rohit Arora presented ‘A Day In the Garden’, which was adorned by the botanical embroidery engraved on subtle mix of colours like pink, blue and green.
Varsana by Vandana Jaju and Aditi Jaju presented ‘The Window’. Beautiful flowers shining towards the sun, rustling leaves, branches of trees and the singing birds, created a story line of their collection.
Nazila Swahney presented ‘Cover Girl’, through which the designer told a story of a young Afghan Girl — an orphan refugee whose piercing eyes shook the world when it appeared in the cover of the National Geographic’s in 1985.
The last show was presented by Havells and had designs by James Ferreira, who experimented with a traditional lungi of south India and gamcha of north India using organic cotton and linen as a base. He has made his collection with vintage Chinese brocade and hand embroidery kimonos to create a young layered eclectic look.
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.