Saree fashion showcased at charity event

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Thomas Tan
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Models took to the stage showcasing over 60 sarees of various materials, textiles and draping styles. – WSDM pic

A charity hi-tea, a collaboration between World Saree Day Malaysia and Down Syndrome Association of Malaysia (PSDM) to raise awareness and educate the public about the uniqueness of saree and to channel some proceeds from the event as a donation to PSDM was successfully held at Dewan Tun Abdul Razak, Menara Kembar Bank Rakyat, Kuala Lumpur on March 19, 2023.

Models took to the stage showcasing over 60 sarees of various materials, textiles and draping styles for the special event in conjunction with World Down’s Syndrome Day.

India’s High Commissioner to Malaysia Bommireddy Narasimha Reddy and Bkay Nair together with models from PSDM and VIPs at the launching of the charity hi-tea event. – WSDM pic
World Saree Day Malaysia director Bkay Nair speaking at the World Saree Day Malaysia Charity Hi-Tea with Down Syndrome Association of Malaysia (PSDM). – WSDM pic

“We choose to educate about the cultural heritage of saree because there are many interesting facts to it, one of which being there are different varieties of sarees, materials, and textiles across India, and there are various ways of draping the saree.

“It has been recorded that there are a total of 108 ways of wearing a saree which makes it unique,” said World Saree Day Malaysia director Bkay Nair.

Among those in attendance were India’s High Commissioner to Malaysia Bommireddy Narasimha Reddy, PSDM president Norhana A. Bakar and Paralympic Council Malaysia president Datuk Seri Megat D. Shahriman Zaharudin.

Down syndrome models from PSDM light up the stage at the charity hi-tea fashion show. – WSDM pic
PSDM models pose for a group photo with (back row, L to R) Megat Shahriman, Norhana A. Bakar and Bkay Nair at the event. – WSDM pic

Ten children with Down syndrome from PDSM joined their professional counterparts sharing their talent on the stage.

A traditional Khatak dance performed by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Indian Cultural Centre (NSCBICC) was also presented where the dancers narrated stories through their eyes and expressions.

Bharat Club Kuala Lumpur also showcased 30 different saree materials and draping styles from 30 states (south to north India).

The event saw a good cause being celebrated as part proceeds from the event will go towards supporting the PDSM to cover their expenses.

“We give the proceeds as a donation to PSDM to help obtain additional equipment, vocational career training expenses, and tools in order to help the members of the association to become independent and successful entrepreneurs in the near future,” added Bkay.

 A lucky draw was included in the event which gave away prizes including sarees, accessories, gold coins and a trip to Langkawi.

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