Saturday, March 17th, 2012

Bharatiya Temple, 6850 Adams Road, Troy MI 48098

www.upad.us

ACCOMMODATIONS Our 137 beautifully decorated two-room deluxe suites consist of a private bedroom with one king size or two double beds with a separated living area with pull out sleeper sofa. Suites include two-32” HD Televisions with cable and in-room movies, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Two telephones with voice mail messaging, speakers and complimentary wireless high speed internet. NEW LOOK.NEW FEEL.NEW EXPERIENCE.

New outdoor lighting Crisp Bed Linens Priority Club points every time you stay Service that recognizes your needs Signature showers with powerful showerheads, curved shower rods and premium bath

products LOCATION We are conveniently located at the 10 Mile, Halsted & Grand River split. Just 17 miles from Detroit Metropolitan Airport, take I-94 West to I-275 North. From I-275 North take M-5 East which is Grand River, you will exit on Grand River and 10 Mile Road. Once you exit, proceed through the traffic light and the hotel will be on the right side. Minutes from the Suburban Collection Showplace. DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Our chef will prepare a delicious meal for you to savor. The Red Lion Restaurant and Lounge features a wide variety menu of American Fare, Breakfast, Dinner and room service are offered daily. SERVICES Complimentary morning newspaper, free parking, express check-in and check-out, Priority Club Rewards offers members points toward airline miles, hotel stays or merchandise.

For Reservations call the hotel direct at 1-800-710-6648 or worldwide reservations at 1-800-HOLIDAY Chain code: HI Amadeus: DTT09C / Apollo: 077892 / Sabre: 15776 / Worldspan: 4252

HOLIDAY INN & SUITES-FARMINGTON HILLS

37529 Grand River Ave. Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335

(248) 477-7800

We wish a

Happy Holi to

All

UPAD Members

UTTAR PRADESH ASSOCIATION OF DETROIThttp://www.upad.us

March 17, 2012

Dear Friends,

On behalf of the UPAD Board of Trustee, Executive Committee and Executive Members, we welcome you to our 2012 Holi function. The team has worked really hard to put together a high quality entertaining evening for you which in line with what we stand for.

As you would agree, in our nineteen years of existence the demographics of our membership has witnessed substantial change. Despite this, we have ensured that UPAD’s core values remain the same. We would like to take this opportunity to recap who we are and where we are headed.

Core Values: Our core values are well thought out and have been designed keeping in mind what our membership stands for. UPAD is an organization that is Hindi Centric, Open to all, Well Organized, Family Oriented and Fun Loving.

Purpose: UPAD exists to promote hindi-centric social, cultural and charitable activities.

Mission: UPAD is in the business of bringing the membership together to network and enjoy Indian art, culture and literature through well organized events.

Both of us are really honored and very fortunate to have been given an opportunity to lead this wonderful organization this year too. Your support and assistance has helped us in promoting our Core Values, Purpose and Mission and we assure you of our total commitment and dedication in executing the responsibility bestowed up on us by you. We are going to be organizing various events throughout the year and we look forward to your active participation and support.

UPAD is really grateful to our children and their parents who have contributed their time and effort to make this program a great success. Our goal has always been to encourage our young talents to perform on stage. We respectfully thank our members, community volunteers, distinguished guests, advertisers, and sponsors for their active participation and support. Additionally, we would like to sincerely thank all of the committee members for their continued support in making this event a success.

Please enjoy the wonderful program this evening!

With the warmest wishes,

Anand Sinha Rashmi Upadyaya Chairperson, Board of Trustees President, Executive Committee

UPAD Executive List Board of Trustees

ANAND SINHA CHAIRPERSON ROGER RATHI MONICA JAIN MADHU BHATNAGAR RAJEN SINHA SUJATA JAIN

Executive Committee

RASHMI UPADHYAYA PRESIDENT LALIT SETHI Vice President SWAITA SINGHAL Secretary SAURABH KUMAR Treasurer

Committee Members at Large: RACHNA SETHI Cultural Program& Valentine RACHNA BARDIYAR KUMAR Cultural Program & Publications PRITI SHAH & MONICA JAIN Food MAYANK SHARMA & SUJATA JAIN Valentine Coordinator RAJ SHARMA & BABITA GOYAL Decoration KESHAV RAIZADA & SHAILENDRA JAIN A/V Coordination SUJATA JAIN & RACHNA SETHI Valentine RASHMI UPADHYAYA & RAJAN SINHA Kavi Samellan SONIA SINHA Bowling Night SANDEEP SHANT & AJAY JAIN Picnic MADHU SUDAN & AJAY JAIN Membership & Fundraising ANAND SINHA, SAURABH KUMAR & SHIKHER SRIVASTAV, RAJESH SAXENA Website & Publicity ADARSH SUNEJA Brochure & Publications SANDEEP SHANT & AJAY JAIN Picnic RAJEEV SINGHAL, SAURABH KUMAR, & ROGER RATHI Finance, Taxation, Audit

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Holi Quiz

1. The festival of Holi marks the end of winter and the beginning of which season?

A. Spring B. Summer C. Fall D. Winter

2. In the past, people in India used to make Holi colors from flowers. Which flowers did they use?

A. Rose B. Bougainvillea C. Lotus D. Flame of the Forest

3. People use dry colors to play Holi. What is the dry color known as? A. Gulal B. Gulel C. Kilkari D. Pichkari

4. According to Indian mythology, Lord Shiva was very fond of this intoxicating

plant mixed in milk to make a special Holi drink called thandai. Can you name it?

A. Tulsi B. Bhang C. Dhatoora D. Tadi

5. What material was used for making pichkaris in the past? A. Plastic B. Steel C. Bamboo D. Iron

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6. On the eve of Holi a bonfire is lit, signifying the victory of good over evil. Which evil character is symbolically burnt?

A. Hidimba B. Prahalad C. Hiranyakashyap D. Holika

7. According to a Holi legend from eastern India, Lord Shiva reduced this mischievous God to ashes. Can you name this God?

A. Indra B. Vishnu C. Kama D. Surya

8. In which part of India is the lath mar or the stick-beating Holi played? The women hit the men with sticks to enjoy Holi.

A. Mathura and Vrindavan B. Banaras C. Patna D. Lucknow

9. Scenes of Holi centred on Radha and Krishna have been a favorite theme of Mughal miniature paintings. Which Indian Mughal emperor used Hindu Gods to start this style of painting?

A. Jehangir B. Shahjahan C. Akbar D. Shah Alam

10. For many Holi players in India, Holi starts with a good body and face rub with which substance that prevents the colors from sticking to the body?

A. Milk B. Oil C. Astringent D. Lemon

Answers: 1.A, 2.D, 3.A, 4.B, 5.C, 6.D, 7.C, 8.A, 9.C, 10.B

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Farmington Hills, MI 48335

(313) 759-5251 nalin@nalincpa.com

Dharm P & Pearl Chopra

300 Riverfront Drive #608

Detroit, MI 48226

(313) 393-5185 pearl_c@hotmail.com

Rana & Neelu Choubey

3621 Heron Ridge Drive

Rochester Hills, MI 48309

(248) 276-1990 RanaChoubey@hotmail.com

Pradeep & Aruna Chowdhry

2800 Chaseway Drive

Ann Arbor, MI 48105

(734) 996-1667 Pradeep9@aol.com

Vijay Kumar & Renu Cial

41162 Westfield Circle

Canton, MI 48188

(734) 398-6869 Sunrisemed9@aol.com

Dilip & Neelima Daftuar

6325 Timberwood

West Bloomfield, MI 48322

(248) 788-2958 DilipDaftuar@hotmail.com

Shikha & Himanshu Dalal

604 Sheffield Ct

Canton, MI 48188

(248) 420-9442 shikhadalal@ymail.com

Rajesh & Parul Dasgupta

4957 Trail Ridge Court

West Bloomfield, MI 48322

(248) 538-7914 parul.dasgupta@hotmail.com

Purushottam & Manjul Deo

17154 Spring Hill Ct.

Northville, MI 48167

(248) 380-7829 pdeo@comcast.net

Rahul & Subha Dixit

611 Faye Lane

Redondo Beach, CA 90277

(310) 316-7310 chayaji@hotmail.com

Ashley & Michelle D'Souza

4527 Gaylord Drive

Troy, MI 48098

(248) 641-1870 michelle@ubtus.com

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This all boys group loves to participate because it shows teamwork and helps to make new friends. They participate to earn trophies, meet with the audience and for the fun experience. Their costumes can be described as funky and cool! Don’t forget how casual it is! They’ve participated from as little as two times, to seven times!

Here is Satrangi Holi’s wonderful skit’s cast and crew. They’re so energetic and full of smiles and laughter. These aunties and uncles are going to do great today! Good luck to everyone!

This is another group of Abhinav Verma – the EKATHVAM GROUP OF BOYS FROM TROY. This is their first time participating in UPAD function. They have heard that UPAD programs are well organized, short and entertaining. “We make fun about each other’s dance moves and also correct each other to perform well” said the boys.Their song is based on a wedding theme, it has awesome hip hop beats and also a mix of bhangra, so they chose a costume with bright colors and also to give a pathan like look. This group is using a prop such as a stick or a dhanda for a cool performance.

Wish all UPAD members a Happy Holi!!!

And Invite you all to

Bihar Diwas 2012 Celebrating 100th Foundation Day of Bihar

On Sunday, March 25th 2012

At St Paul’s Latvian Church

30623 W-12 Miles Road, Farmington Hills, MI- 48334

5:00-6:00 PM-Appetizers & Meet Greet

6:00-7:00PM-Cultural Presentation &

7:00-8:00PM-DJ-Dance & Dinner

For More Information/Tickets: Saurabh/Rachna Kumar: (248)835-2399/(248) 835-2528

Subir/Samir Kumar: (586) 216-2580/(586) 216- 3847 Visit www.mibihar.com for more information

Kudiyon pae dalae hai sat rang nigodae, Inki adao se aab kaisa picha chodae! Kehaten hai ainvayi ainvayi loot gayae Ein HI FI kudiyon pae sare chora mit gayae!

Ranging from 3 to 7 years of participating in UPAD cultural programs, these girls enjoy dancing in the programs to showcase their talents. It’s a great opportunity to create lifelong friends and working as a team. Dancing gives them a great excuse to get together and hang out, and to reinforce bonding. To go with the festival of colors, the group’s costumes can be described as colorful and vibrant.

This is Jasmine and her parents first time dancing together. It’s a great family dance. They’re reinforcing family ties and connecting with each other on a deeper level. It’s cool to dance together as a family!

This is our third time participating as a team. WE participate because it’s fun! We’re good friends and our dance practices are full of laughter and on stage it’s less intense, since we have the support of close friends. The song leads to our sleek and chic costumes!

UPAD Supports Ekal Vidyalya Lalit Sethi

UPAD has been supporting Ekal Vidyalaya for the past 3 years. We wanted to update you about EKAL Vidyalaya mission, goals, and how UPAD donation for Ekal cause is being used.

What is Ekal Vidyalaya’s Mission: To Eradicate Illiteracy from Rural and Tribal India with Holistic Empowerment. The Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation is a tax exempt, registered non-profit service organization dedicated to bringing education and village development in rural India. Ekal’s philosophy is to take a holistic approach to social and economic development. The Ekal movement is the largest, grassroots, non-government education movement in India, operating in over 36,783 villages and educating over 10,35,344 children in rural India. Please visit www.ekal.org for latest info.

What is Ekal Vidyalaya model: Ekal Vidyalaya has a unique concept that aims to bring free universal primary education to those with no access to formal schools. Ekal Vidyalayas (One teacher school) are modest institutions that focus on literacy-Classrooms often consists of a chalkboard attached to a large tree. Ekal Vidyalaya provides training, school materials, and a consistent support structure to assist teachers in their mission to educate their own villages. The Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of India and America are working earnestly, hand-in-hand, to help raise the funds necessary to build 100,000 non-formal schools across the tribal belt by the year 2015.

What are Ekal Vidyalaya goals: The four goals of Ekal Vidyalaya are primary education, village organization, social reform, and social harmony, while literacy remains the central focus. Ekal envisions a holistic approach while retaining each tribe’s individuality.

How UPAD’s Donation is being used: Since 2009, UPAD has been donating money to Ekal and sponsoring schools in Uttar Pradesh. UPAD also buys sixteen fundraising tickets for concerts organized by Ekal every year. These tickets are provided to life-members free of charge on a first-come basis. In the concert, these life members individually sponsor many more schools. We plan to do the same this year too. Join upcoming Ekal 2012 fundraiser with Bollywood playback singers Samir Date and Dipalee Somaiya on April 20, 2012 in Seaholm High School in Birmingham, MI. For more info or tickets, please contact Lalit Sethi at 248-312-0147.

93% of the Charity Concert Proceeds Go Directly Towards Sponsoring a School

UPAD events are very organized. This helps dancing groups to decide where they would like to showcase their talents. This is Varsha Auntie’s group’s third time participating in UPAD cultural programs. This group enjoys dancing because of all the enthusiasm and enthusiastic dancers. Their costumes are Rajastani and go well with their song and colorful like the Holi festival. They’ll do great!

This is the group’s 12th time participating in UPAD shows. They’ve all participated many times because it’s a fun experience and a great way to learn about Indian culture. They all love dancing together because working together and meeting for practices are a blast! Their costumes can be described as representing Punjabi culture with patialas and dupattas. They believe that this costume will look great on stage. And I’m sure it will turn out great.

Here’s Aarushi, Malika, Riya, Aarushi and Khushi with their choreographer, Geetu. They enjoy participating in UPAD cultural shows, because it’s a wonderful way to stay involved in the community. The shows help stay connected with Indian culture. The girls have a great time practicing; it’s a lot of fun! Their costumes are colorful, to symbolize the Holi colors. They’re youngsters, so it’s only their second time participating. Good luck girls!

Blog by Riya Kumar

Today is the day, where everything comes together. All the months of preparation and hard work are put to the test. Each and every group is ready to showcase their talent. The cultural committee, UPAD members and guests are here to watch the

amazing show we’ve all put together!

This year UPAD is celebrating Holi, the festival of colors on March 17th, 2012. Typically, 350 guests come to watch the UPAD Holi shows in their colorful Indian outfits to enjoy an

entertaining cultural show, delicious food and DJ dance. Believe me UPAD shows are huge!

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Rang Birangi HoliBy: Sue Kolachalam

Since my childhood in Delhi, Holi holds a special place in my heart, I somiss the good old days. I remember how grand the preparations used tobe. Festivities began the week before, entire neighborhood started smellingof sweet goonjias. The corner Lalajis store started hoarding all kinds ofcolors. There would be bright pink/purple/yellow/red powder displayed insacks outside. My mother being from the south, could not imagine being outin the public with colors on herself or her children. But that didn’t stopthe neighboring aunties from showing up on our doorstep first thing on theHoli morning, hands full of colors and threatening to come inside thehouse if she didn’t come out. So she would drape her oldest sari, take a“chutki” of red color and step out into the verandah. Our neighborhoodaunties would be ready with a bucket of colored water for her and sureenough she would be drenched the next minute. We found it hilarious, justhe expression of pure surprise of cold water dripping her through , my momwho believed that she was in control of all situations was totallypowerless when it came to the celebration of Holi. My Dad, who was broughtup in Benaras always enjoyed Holi. He went and got sweets and colors onprevious day, so we could put them in nice plates and offer it to thefriends when they stopped by. For us kids it was a day of fun even thoughthere was the risk of being completely drenched as you walked on thestreets. You never knew when a water filled “gubbara” would land on yourback or your head. My mom always insisted that we stay close to home andto not wonder the streets with other kids,that we didn’t leave her sight.Didn’t fully understand her concern till I had my own children. Anyways,groups upon groups of folks stopped by on the day, men hugged each otherand smeared colored powders on each others faces. Ate paan and in thosecolors we could never make out who was who. We all looked different, thecolor sometimes didn’t come off from the hair and stayed till the next daywhen we went to school. Lots of memories of Happy times. Holi is differenthere, but thanks to UPAD, at least our kids know its a festival.--

Best Wishes to all UPAD Members

of the Detroit Metropolitan Area

From

St. Lucy Croatian Catholic Church and Banquet Hall

200 E. Wattles Road

Troy, MI 48085

(248) 619-9910

.... we thank you for your past, present and future support ....

Best Compliments to UPAD

from

UPAD Celebrated Valentine Day on Feb 17, 2012 in South Bar in Birmingham, Michigan. A private party room with bar was reserved exclusively for UPAD. We thank South bar management for their hospitality.

Rachna Sethi

Sonia’s Lucknowi Chicken Biryani Anand Sinha

Undoubtedly, Biryani is the most popular and tasty rice dish in the world. It does take a bit of time and effort to prepare, but I tell you, it is totally worth it. Originating from Persia and brought to India by travelling merchants, there now exists at least 25 versions of Biryani (check wiki for details); however, the world’s best comes from Sonia’s kitchen.

Ingredients – for 4 people:

12 Black Peppercorns 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds 4 Black Cardamom (Badi Elaichi) 3 Bay leaves 1/2 tsp Caraway (Syah jeera) 8 Cloves (4 – chicken, 4 biryani) 1/8 tsp Nutmeg (Jaiphal) 1/8 tsp Mace (Javitri) 1 Cinnamon Stick (1/2 chicken, 1/2 biryani 1 tsp. of Saffron Strands 4 drops Orange Color 1 tsp. Rose Water 1 tsp. of Ginger paste 2 tsp. of Garlic paste Oil (4-5 tbsp - chicken, 2-3 tbsp - Biryani) 2 large Tomatoes 2 large & 1 medium Onions 10 Fresh Coriander leaves 2 tsp. Red Chili powder 1/4 tsp. Turmeric powder 2 tsp. Garam Masala powder 1 tsp. Cumin powder 2 tbsp Coriander powder Salt (to taste) 2 tbsp Plain Yogurt 2 cups of Basmati Rice 1 Chicken (cut into small pieces)

Cooking Instructions: Rice:

Boil rice in high heat with 1 tbsp salt (or to taste). Cook until almost done (should not be fully cooked). Drain water and take one small bowl of rice out. Color with a pinch of saffron and orange color. Add the colored rice back into the pot.

Chicken: Heat oil in a pan and add cloves, peppercorns, black cardamom, bay leaves, mace, nutmeg, cumin seeds and cinnamon. Stir for 30 seconds in medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and stir until very light brown. Add garlic paste and ginger paste and stir until golden brown. Add chopped tomatoes and coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Add 1/2 cup water and cook for a couple of minutes covered in medium heat. Add yogurt and keep stirring until oil separates. Add chicken and keep stirring in high heat until water separates, evaporates and oil separates. Add 1 cup water, cover and cook in medium heat until tender.

Biryani: In a deep pot, heat oil, caraway seeds, 1/2 stick cinnamon, and 4 cloves for 30 seconds. Layer chicken and rice alternatively, with last layer being rice. Sprinkle 1 tsp rose water and 1 tbsp spoon tap water. Cover and let it “dum” between low and medium heat for 15 minutes. Heat oil in a small pan and fry finely sliced onions until golden brown and crisp. Gently spread onions on top of the biryani. Serve hot with cold Raita and two slices of tomatoes, as shown in the picture above. Dial 248-952-5523 and invite me.

Best Wishes to all UPAD Members

of the Detroit Metropolitan Area

From

St. Lucy Croatian Catholic Church and Banquet Hall

200 E. Wattles Road

Troy, MI 48085

(248) 619-9910

.... we thank you for your past, present and future support ....

Best Compliments to UPAD

from

UPAD Celebrated Valentine Day on Feb 17, 2012 in South Bar in Birmingham, Michigan. A private party room with bar was reserved exclusively for UPAD. We thank South bar management for their hospitality.

Rachna Sethi

**PROGRAM SCHEDULE** 5:30 PM SOCIAL HOUR

6:30 PM WELCOME ADDRESS Chairperson: Anand Sinha President: Rashmi Upadhaya

6:35 PM CULTURAL PROGRAM

8:45 PM RAFFLE & DINNER

9:45 PM DANCE

HOLI - CULTURAL PROGRAM

Cultural Program Coordinator: Rachna Sethi & Rachna Kumar

Raffle: Rajendra Rathi

Music : Keshav Raizada

Holiwood ki Satrangi Holi Written, Produced and Directed by: Rachna Kumar

Special Acknowledgment: Rashmi Upadhyaya, Abhinav Verma & Rachna Sharan

Synopsis Just like the vibrant colors of Holi, UPAD’s “Holiwood ki Satrangi Holi” is a colorful, boy – meets - girl love story. The Director of this movie will

5. Udaasi - Heartbroken Ronny Choreographer: Jasmine Sharma

Raj, Mayank and Jasmine Sharma

6. Darr - I’m Don!!! Choreographer: Bobbie Ghosh & Radhika Isaac – Ishaara Dance

Anoushka Arora, Ravina Desai, Riya Kumar, Akanksha Bawa, Shachi Srivasta

7. Khushi - All is well that ends well! Choreographer: Geetika Sharma & Abhinav Verma

Aarushi Gangrade, Malika Khaira, Riya Mathur, Aarushi Salecha, Khushi Verma, Akhil Karjela, Viswajit Chebiyam, Kethan Gudi,

Chaitanya Vadlamudi, Ashish Duvvuru, Dhruv Munipalli

Happys Endings!!!

take you to a lyrical journey where Ronny and Anoushka will both fall in love with each other. However, before their life story could have a perfect happy Holiwood ending, they encounter opposition from their typical masala family. Watch Ronny and Anoushka’s roller coaster ride to a joyous “The End”! With the help of our actors, songs and talented groups of dancers, “Holiwood ki Satrangi Holi” displays a wide spectrum of human emotions, much like the different colors of Holi. There is nothing like a vivid, bright blend of colors mixed with fun and frolic…a perfect ingredient for Holi.

Happy Holi to all!!!

Star Cast

Director

Saurabh Kumar Ronny

Abhinav Verma Anoushka

Anuja Verma Bhabhi

Rachna Sethi

Mrs.&Mr.Singh

Rachna & Samresh Sharan

Donny Shikher Srivastav

Monty Dharmesh Arora

Oscar Presenter Rajiv Sinha

Satrangi Holi - Title Song

Anu Rathi, Meenu Suneja & Swaita Singhal

The Seven Colors

1. Intezaar - Anoushska searches for her soul mate Choreographer: Varsha Ambardekar

Krish Ghosalkar, Aaryan Gupta, Abhimanyu Bondre, Gautam Bajaj, Priyal Bajaj, Vrushali Ambardekar, Esha Ghosalkar, Saloni Singhal,

Ruchi Mangal, Hemali Mistry, Vaidehi Ambardekar

2. Masti - Ronny lives life King size Choreographer: Abhinav Verma

Sanchit Kumar, Arpit Agarwal, Satvik Suneja, Aryaman Pathak, Ishan Goel,

Neil Desai, Arman Verma, Arnov Khatri, Om Jaipati

3. Takraar - Fireworks begin when Ronny and Anoushka meet

Choreographer: Ritu Jain Anvita Suneja, Ria Jain, Julie Jaipati, Aashni Khatri, Bianca Desai,

Rachna Desai

4. Pyaar - Yes…and they fall in love! Choreographer: Anupama Heroor

Priyanka Pulvender, Preeti Kumaran, Nidhi Gupta, Nisha Reddy, Rhea Rajendran, Medha Marojo, Sumedha Mudri, Annika Sunkara, Nikita

Srikrishna, Preesha Rajendran …..Pyaar to hona hi tha…..

Choreographer: All Participants Jasmine Sharma, Alisha Jain, Alisha Kumar, Shivani Shant, Aishwariya

Rathi, Ashna Jain