Please come join Dusherra 2023 on the iconic Calton Hill.
At Edinburgh’s Calton Hill, a packed program of musical and dance performances, alongside fireworks and burning of the effigies.
Dusherra is here!! Come & join the festivities on 9th Oct at #caltonhill#Edinburgh
Free entry, music, food, fireworks and kids activities
All Welcome!
Dusherra is the flagship event of SIAF. It has been celebrated for the past 25 years and is one of the most sought-after events for the ethnic community during the calendar year. The burning of the effigies, the fireworks are synonym to Dusherra. It attracts a huge crowd – both BAME population and the local community.
Considering that large public gatherings are not permitted keeping in mind the current prevailing COVID19 situations, SIAF organised Digital Dusherra 2020 completely Digital/Online using various audio/visual modes using our social media platforms.
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SIAF – Dusherra, over 25 years has built a presence for itself in Edinburgh city and it is synonymous with celebration of the Indian heritage.
All efforts must be made to sustain its legacy and keep the flame glowing, even in such testing times. The SIAF board is committed to deliver a credible programme, with support from Edinburgh Council.
Abhijit Chakraborty, President of SIAF said: “It has been a disappointing year for all of us around the world with this pandemic still prevailing. So many of our loved ones have lost their lives and situation is still very concerning.
“We are one of the well-established ethnic minority charity organisations in Scotland trying to upheld our culture and identity for the past 25 years. We are Pan India, ours is a multi-religious organisation covering the length and breadth of India.
“We have tried our best during these difficult times by organising and taking part in couple of charity events, organised few digital events and now Digital Dusherra.
“We are lucky to have the support of the community here in Edinburgh along with the support of Edinburgh Council and the local government. We are very grateful.
“I hope that things return to normal very quickly and I wish everyone good luck and best wishes during this festive period”
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Scottish Indian Arts Forum (SIAF) celebrated its flagship event Dusherra on Sunday. More than 1500 people braved the heavy rain and celebrated the 25th Dusherra at the top of Calton Hill. Continue reading Celebrating 25 years of Dusherra
The Scottish Indian Arts Forum celebrated their silver anniversary with aperformance of a traditional Indian dance at a reception at the City Chambers on Friday evening (4 October 2019). Continue reading SIAF celebrates silver anniversary with City Chambers reception