Noida, January 12, 2026
The Noida Punjabi Ekta Committee (Registered) organised a grand and vibrant celebration of the traditional Lohri festival on January 11, 2026, at Chevron Banquet, Sector-51, Noida. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from thousands of Punjabi families, who came together to celebrate the harvest festival with traditional fervour, cultural pride, and community spirit.
The Lohri celebration was marked by a series of traditional rituals and cultural performances reflecting Punjab’s rich heritage. The programme included Lohri bonfire rituals, folk dances such as Bhangra and Giddha, and colourful cultural presentations that kept the audience engaged throughout the evening. The festival symbolised gratitude towards nature, particularly the Sun God and Fire God, while also highlighting agricultural prosperity, social unity, brotherhood, and the preservation of cultural traditions.
Cultural Performances Highlight Punjabi Heritage
The highlight of the evening was the energetic performance by the renowned Harleen Singer and her team, who presented a captivating repertoire of Punjabi folk and cultural songs. Their soulful renditions received loud applause from the audience and added a traditional musical charm to the celebration.
Adding further vibrancy to the programme, women from the families of committee members presented traditional Giddha performances, showcasing authentic Punjabi dance forms. Their performances reflected the festive spirit of Lohri and were widely appreciated by the audience for their grace, enthusiasm, and cultural authenticity.
Warm Welcome to Guests and Dignitaries
The programme was anchored by Sanjay Bali, Patron of the organisation, who extended warm Lohri greetings and welcomed all guests and participants on the auspicious occasion. He highlighted the importance of cultural festivals in strengthening social harmony and preserving the traditions of the Punjabi community in the region.
The event saw the presence of several prominent political, social, and institutional leaders from Noida and neighbouring regions. Among those present were Kalraj Mishra, former Governor and Cabinet Minister; Rajeev Gumber, MLA from Saharanpur; Devendra Nagpal, former MP from Amroha; Captain Vikas Gupta, Minister of State rank; Nawab Singh Nagar, former Uttar Pradesh Minister; Bimla Batham, former Chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh Women Commission; Mahesh Chauhan, President of BJP Noida; Ashray Gupta, President of SP Noida; Joginder Awana, former MLA; Pallavi Sharma, Director of Kailash Hospital; Vipin Malhan, President of NEA; Sunil Chaudhary and Rakesh Yadav, State Secretaries of SP; Ravi Mishra and Dharmendra Chauhan, senior BJP leaders; Yogendra Sharma, President of Phonrwa, along with several other distinguished guests.
Message of Unity and Cultural Pride
Addressing the gathering informally, several guests appreciated the efforts of the Noida Punjabi Ekta Committee in organising such a large-scale cultural event and emphasised the importance of community-based celebrations in fostering unity and cultural pride. The festival served as a platform to bring together families, youth, and elders under one roof, reinforcing shared values and cultural bonds.
The Lohri bonfire ceremony, a central ritual of the festival, symbolised the end of winter and the beginning of a prosperous harvest season. Participants gathered around the bonfire, offering traditional items and celebrating with music and dance, reflecting the true spirit of the festival.
Organising Committee Expresses Gratitude
At the conclusion of the programme, the organising committee expressed heartfelt gratitude to all guests, performers, and attendees for making the event a grand success. The vote of thanks was conveyed on behalf of the organisation by Chief Patron Surendra Mehta; Patron Sanjay Bali; Jaswinder Singh Khokhar; Satpal Sachdev; Satpal Anand; Ashwani Chhabra; President Virendra Mehta; General Secretary Narendra Chopra; Senior Vice President and Lohri Chairman Vineet Mehta; Treasurer Gaurav Chachra; Vice President Naveen Soni; and other members of the core committee.
The organisers acknowledged the overwhelming participation of the Punjabi community and reiterated their commitment to continue organising cultural and social programmes aimed at preserving heritage, strengthening unity, and promoting social harmony in the region.
The Lohri celebration concluded on a joyful note, leaving participants with lasting memories of music, dance, tradition, and togetherness.
