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NYC Maharashtra-bedazzled, again

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The second edition of MTDC's promotional event at Times Square, New York, attracted over 5 lakh visitors on Saturday. Last year's long list of officials and politicians accompanying the delegation created lot of controversy, so this year, MTDC officials said, the management was cautious and took only those who were really required.

Shri Satish Soni, joint managing director, MTDC spoke about the footfall, saying, "Maharashtra mandals from across USA, Canada and Mexico, as well as eminent Indian professionals from medical and legal fraternities, participated in a large number. The event has been scheduled in September to ensure foreign tourists are made aware of Maharashtra's splendour, and accordingly, plan their visit in October. That would further ensure that they soak in the festivities of Diwali."

Times Square was a mosaic of orange with saffron phetas (turbans) everywhere. Another surprise was the ladies dahi-handi, mulkhamband live performance from Nandesh Vitthal Umap, a well known playback singer and folk artist, kept people amazed and on their toes. Other traditional dances, dhol-tasha and Warli painting too, added colour to the event.

Another attraction was the hop on-hop off bus showcasing the rich heritage and culture of Maharashtra, moving along the streets near Times Square.

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