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Report On The International Gockan Children’s Folk Dance Festival, Turkey

Suncity School was invited to represent India in the 10^th International Children’s Folk Dance Festival, organized by CIOFF, associated with UNESCO, in Istanbul from 20^th-28^th April, 2019.  The participating countries were Northern Cyprus, Russia, Estonia, Turkey, Macedonia, Mexico, India and Pakistan and they showcased their respective country’s music and folk dances.

Suncity team consisted of 14 students who performed different dance forms like Bihu, Ghoomar, Dandiya, Santhal, Garba, Bhoomi Pranam, Pushpanjali Aran, Tarana etc. and won the hearts of everyone there. They participated in the Sovereign Day celebrations, a day dedicated to the children by the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mr. Kemal Ataturk, where the Suncity team was lauded by the Head Mayor of 39 districts, Mr. Ekremimamoglu, Governor Mr. Mehmet Okur and the city Mayor Mr. Calik and other dignitaries who graced the occasion. The team performed in different city schools like Buyuksehir, Nese Sever, Meselek Ve Teknik etc.

The school Principal, Ms. Rupa Chakravarty, who is committed to promote culture and performing arts, was present at the opening ceremony at Miniaturk. While giving away the medals and certificates, the Secretary of CIOFF Mr. Kagan Tiftik praised the mesmerizing performances of the Suncity team.