Bihar Foundation—Auckland, NZ chapter launched
Adding to the multi-cultural milieu of Auckland’s many cultural and ethnic associations in New Zealand, the Bihar Foundation Auckland launched its first chapter in New Zealand on September 26 at its Secretary’s residence, 2143, Great North Road, Avondale, Auckland.
The objective of this meeting was to introduce the newly formed Executive Committee Members to all members. The forum for discussion was open on how best Biharis can strengthen the Bihar Foundation motto of bonding, branding, business amongst the growing Bihari diaspora in Auckland. Chairperson of the BF—Auckland, NZ Chapter, Mrs Ragini Gautam and the Secretary, Mr Ajay Verma, lit the candles amidst the invocation of chanting of sacred mantras.
“We are delighted to have this opportunity in launching the first ever Bihar Foundation Chapter in NZ. There are many Bihari non-resident Indians who have been seeking such an umbrella organisation that can give them a sense of bonding for their birthplace. This opportunity provides for all to engage in community welfare activities,” commented the Co-Vice Chairman, Auckland Chapter, Dr P. Nagi, a reputed GP.
The ECM office bearers also include Dr Gautam Sinha, as a Co-Vice Chairperson and Sanjeev Prasad as the treasurer. The Auckland Chapter of Bihar Foundation took pride in announcing the participation of female members and youth in their chapter.
Mr Ajay Verma highlighted the upcoming activities being undertaken by this newly formed Bihar Foundation-Auckland NZ Chapter. There was a proposal to include a celebration of the Bihar Day on March 22, 2016, by offering a free medical camp for all and presenting a Bihar craft and art mela. The Chapter also has plans to promote trade and business investment to Bihar, as the government of Bihar is keen to channelise interests via the Auckland Chapter. Sharing of NZ food technology for Agro-based industries in Bihar is also on the agenda.
A key initiative announced at the launch was to undertake a first-ever religious and cultural tour to Bihar for our Fiji Indian community, many of whose ancestors came from Bihar. The Auckland, NZ Chapter anticipates keen government support and help to organise such a historic tour sometime in October 2016.
Bihar Foundation is a not for profit, autonomous body floated by the Bihar government in 2008 under the patronage of the CM, Nitish Kumar. It is a voluntary association but governed by certain rules of conduct and membership as stipulated by the parent body, Bihar Foundation Patna. Currently, the Bihar Foundation has chapters worldwide, including one in Sydney, Doha, New Jersey, USA to name a few. In India, there are Bihar Foundation chapters in all the major metros including Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi and Gurgaon and some tier two cities also. Membership is free, and everyone who has an affinity for Bihar or is a Bihari is welcome to join this new organisation promising to change the perception of all things Bihari.
Adding to the multi-cultural milieu of Auckland’s many cultural and ethnic associations in New Zealand, the Bihar Foundation Auckland launched its first chapter in New Zealand on September 26 at its Secretary’s residence, 2143, Great North Road, Avondale, Auckland.
The objective of this meeting...
Adding to the multi-cultural milieu of Auckland’s many cultural and ethnic associations in New Zealand, the Bihar Foundation Auckland launched its first chapter in New Zealand on September 26 at its Secretary’s residence, 2143, Great North Road, Avondale, Auckland.
The objective of this meeting was to introduce the newly formed Executive Committee Members to all members. The forum for discussion was open on how best Biharis can strengthen the Bihar Foundation motto of bonding, branding, business amongst the growing Bihari diaspora in Auckland. Chairperson of the BF—Auckland, NZ Chapter, Mrs Ragini Gautam and the Secretary, Mr Ajay Verma, lit the candles amidst the invocation of chanting of sacred mantras.
“We are delighted to have this opportunity in launching the first ever Bihar Foundation Chapter in NZ. There are many Bihari non-resident Indians who have been seeking such an umbrella organisation that can give them a sense of bonding for their birthplace. This opportunity provides for all to engage in community welfare activities,” commented the Co-Vice Chairman, Auckland Chapter, Dr P. Nagi, a reputed GP.
The ECM office bearers also include Dr Gautam Sinha, as a Co-Vice Chairperson and Sanjeev Prasad as the treasurer. The Auckland Chapter of Bihar Foundation took pride in announcing the participation of female members and youth in their chapter.
Mr Ajay Verma highlighted the upcoming activities being undertaken by this newly formed Bihar Foundation-Auckland NZ Chapter. There was a proposal to include a celebration of the Bihar Day on March 22, 2016, by offering a free medical camp for all and presenting a Bihar craft and art mela. The Chapter also has plans to promote trade and business investment to Bihar, as the government of Bihar is keen to channelise interests via the Auckland Chapter. Sharing of NZ food technology for Agro-based industries in Bihar is also on the agenda.
A key initiative announced at the launch was to undertake a first-ever religious and cultural tour to Bihar for our Fiji Indian community, many of whose ancestors came from Bihar. The Auckland, NZ Chapter anticipates keen government support and help to organise such a historic tour sometime in October 2016.
Bihar Foundation is a not for profit, autonomous body floated by the Bihar government in 2008 under the patronage of the CM, Nitish Kumar. It is a voluntary association but governed by certain rules of conduct and membership as stipulated by the parent body, Bihar Foundation Patna. Currently, the Bihar Foundation has chapters worldwide, including one in Sydney, Doha, New Jersey, USA to name a few. In India, there are Bihar Foundation chapters in all the major metros including Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi and Gurgaon and some tier two cities also. Membership is free, and everyone who has an affinity for Bihar or is a Bihari is welcome to join this new organisation promising to change the perception of all things Bihari.
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