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| Deusi Programme at Algarah |
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| Deusi programme in full swing |
The much awaited Basibiyalo Deusi programme commenced from the Lakshmi puja at Topkhana, Kalimpong followed by the similar events at Sashtri Nagar, Siliguri, Teesta Highway, Algarah Bazaar, Pedong Bazaar. Due to tremendous response being received from the local people of Kalimpong, the programme is scheduled to be held on 23rd November at Damber Chowk, Kalimpong to culminate the same as a manner of grand finale. All culture lovers and Deusi lovers are invited to witness this historical event (Deusi at Main Road) from 5 PM.
The Deusi troupe was consisting of move than 50 members and led by BR Chhetri, Ex-Principal, Govt Teachers Training Institute and the whole programme was arranged by Arun Kumar Rasaily, President, Kalimpong Press Club. Senior poet Moti Prasad Sharma led the main Deusi which was followed by chorus of other members. The members included Dr. Harka B Chhetri (MLA), Sanumati Rai (83 year old literary figure), Poets like Jit Maskey, TN Subedi. A fantastic melodrama from evergreen mini epic Muna Madan was acted by Leela Joshi (Senior Teacher of Jubilee High school) and Sibu Chhetri 'Sibu', a young writer. The programme was conducted by popular announcers Lawang Tamang and news reader of Kalimpong Television Lalita P Tamang. A three member violin group recited old Nepali songs which forced the audience to cross the barricade and dance in the stage. Security measures were maintained by Gyan Bd Chhetri, ex-Serviceman. Two young chaps from Shantiniketan, Kolkata Nishant Singh and Alok Chhetri (both M. Music) were the centers of attraction as they played classical instruments Pakhawaj and Israj. Young girls Soujanya Chhetri, Sushila Jogi and Archana Chhetri turned the event in new mode when they danced in the Sangini and other modern forms. The young boys were also presented their dance item with full enthusiasm. Similarly, Naresh Bhandari, driver by profession, danced in the song Jhimkaundai Pareli which compelled all to laugh. TN Subedi and BR Chhetri also recited short poems relevant to modern days' social situation.
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| Poet Moti Pd Sharma offering Aashirvaad at Siliguri Deusi programme |
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| Lalita P Tamang and Lawang Tamang comparing the programme at Teesta |
Most of the people enjoyed and offered their Dachchchina collectively in a traditional manner very generously. Local schools SUMI, Saptashri Gyanpeeti, Vrindavan School and Rockvale Academy came forward to provide transport facilities by offering their school buses. A medical team led by Maya Rai (wife of late Dr. Sashi Bhusan Rai) of Yelung Diagnostic and Polyclinic also helped the deusi team members wholeheartedly as they felt uneasy and ill while travelling more than 3 hours in a day. Sanju Gazmer worked hard to construct a model Gorkha hut and decorate the stage consisting backdrop and flex. Suman Gurung of Suman Sound Service was the backbone of the event while Narendra Tamang and his crew members were the vital parts to shoot all the event. All the members had put on traditional Gorkha dress including children. The programme started with the reading of code of conduct of the Basibiyalo and Jaagran geet (Sabai Nai Jagaun Sabailai Jagaun). The vocal portions were covered by Bhanu Chhetri and Nirmala Pradhan assisted by Madana Ojha, Meera Chhetri etc.
The whole event was conceptualised by Hira Chhetri.
