Adelaide Chapter

The 06th May 2023 Basava Jayanthi Celebrations held at Dennison Centre marked the flagship event that is celebrated globally to remember and recollect the values and virtues promoted through the sayings of Guru Basava and his contemporaries. At this event general public recited, songs, values and virtues from Guru Basava’s philosophy to recall, and reinforce the virtues in the individuals with a view to advance the character of individuals. Several cultural programs in the form of dance, drama, singing and music will be show cased that reiterate virtues and values in the general public.

This became a great opportunity for community to gather by inviting diverse general public from all walks, many Australians with Indian cultured background attended the event. They shared how values have helped them in their daily life to stand up for integrity, transparency and truthfulness. It also highlighted how Guru Basava’s values have empowered women, uplifted the downtrodden and established democracy in the society with ease.

Key renowned speech from orator Mr. Aravind Jatti, President, Basava Samiti, India was shown at this event.

We identified and engaged experienced teachers to teach moral values and principles in the form of dances, dramas and songs to general public. This event brought together all people and reinforced communal harmony among all the various generations.

The event was inaugurated by the Federal MP Tony Zappia and MP Michael Brown who graced the occasion. 

The event was a grand success with nearly 200 delegates attending the program. Excellent cultural performances and online telecast of Mr. Arvind Jatti, president of Basava Samiti, Bangalore was also delivered.

Over 200 people from all backgrounds including young, old and senior citizens attended the gathering. A number of children learnt cultural values via singing and dancing and received appreciation for their performances.