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Birmingham pays homage to Netaji

The exhibition titled ‘Netaji’s Life & Legacy’ is part of the several events which is being organised by the Consulate under the aegis of India@75, reports Asian Lite News

Consulate General of India, Birmingham marked Parakram Diwas by paying homage to Netaji on his 125th Birth Anniversary. A specially curated exhibition titled ‘Netaji’s Life & Legacy’ was inaugurated on Republic Day at the Consulate in Birmingham by Lord Lieutenant of West Midlands Mr John Crabtree and Consul General Dr Shashank Vikram.

This exhibition is part of the several events which is being organised by the Consulate under the aegis of India@75.

Prominent personalities like Mr. M.D. Alimuzzamal, Assistant High Commissioner, Bangladesh, Cllr Amrik Jhawar, Mayor of the Borough of Telford and Wrekin, Mr. Paul Sabapathy former Lord Lieutenant, several Councillors, Deputy Lieutenants and other eminent personalities of British and Indian communities representing different faiths toured the exhibits and learned more about the great leader. They honoured Netaji’s role in the freedom struggle and the Independence of India.

This special curated exhibition was very informative for the guests present as it showcases the journey & struggle of Great Netaji and is a reflection of his ideals & beliefs in contemporary times. The exhibition will be displayed at the Chancery premises for 7 days till 2nd February, 2022.

This year India is celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav which is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its people, culture and achievements.

This Mahotsav is dedicated to the people of India & abroad who have not only been instrumental in bringing India thus far in its evolutionary journey but also hold within them the power and potential to enable Prime Minister’s vision of activating India 2.0, fuelled by the spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat. It is also an embodiment of all that is progressive about India’s socio-cultural, political and economic identity.

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Queen launches baton relay for Birmingham 2022

The Queen’s Baton Relay is a tradition that celebrates, connects and excites communities from across the Commonwealth during the build-up to the Games…reports Asian Lite News.

Queen Elizabeth II has officially launched the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay in a unique ceremony at Buckingham Palace on Thursday.

The Queen accompanied by Prince Edward, The Earl of Wessex, attended a special ceremony on the forecourt of the Palace to launch the 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay. They were joined by Batonbearers made up of athletes who will be competing in next year’s Games, young flagbearers from the West Midlands, the Birmingham 2022 Hometown Heroes and representatives from across the Commonwealth.

The Queen, with The Earl of Wessex, launched The Queen’s Baton Relay for @Birminghamcg22 at Buckingham Palace today.

Containing Her Majesty’s message for The Commonwealth, the Baton will embark on a 294 day relay through The Commonwealth before arriving in Birmingham. pic.twitter.com/XT9mUMiJqr
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) October 7, 2021

The Queen’s Baton Relay is a tradition that celebrates, connects and excites communities from across the Commonwealth during the build-up to the Games. The Queen’s Baton will now visit all 72 nations and territories of the Commonwealth for 294 days, covering 140,000 kilometres. The global journey will conclude at the Opening Ceremony of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games on July 22, 2022.

The Baton was delivered to Buckingham Palace after being carried from Horse Guards Parade and down the Mall by the Birmingham 2022 Hometown Heroes, champions of grassroots sport in the West Midlands, who were accompanied by a Tri-Service military band.

The Queen and The Earl of Wessex, Patron and Vice-Patron of the Commonwealth Games Federation respectively met the designers and manufacturers of the Baton, which was unveiled in Birmingham last week. The Baton was created in a West Midlands collaboration that fused art, technology, and science. Made from copper, aluminium and steel, the Baton also features a platinum strand in homage to Queen in her Platinum Jubilee year. It is also equipped with cutting-edge technology; 360 degree-camera, heart rate monitor, atmospheric sensors and LED lighting.

Dame Louise Martin DBE, President of the Commonwealth Games Federation, and the Chairman of the Organising Committee for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Lord Lieutenant of the West Midlands, John Crabtree OBE, also accompanied the Queen in the ceremonial party.

The Queen launches the Baton Relay for 2022 Commonwealth Games.
She handed it over at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace with the Earl of Wessex.
The Queen will receive it back when the Games begin in Birmingham in July after it’s been in 72 nations/territories of the Commonwealth pic.twitter.com/hICk2kP6Bx
— Chris Ship (@chrisshipitv) October 7, 2021

Four-time Paralympic gold medallist, Kadeena Cox, had the honour of being the first Batonbearer to receive the Baton from the Queen, marking the official start of the 16th Queen’s Baton Relay. She then passed it to Team England squash player Declan James and Team Wales boxer Lauren Price who were positioned at The Queen Victoria Memorial.

Further, Batonbearers at the ceremony included athletes from Team England and artistic gymnast Alice Kinsella, Team Scotland hockey player Sarah Robertson, and Team Northern Ireland cyclist Mark Downey. (ANI)

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