17th Nepali Mela to be Held in London
Summary
The 17th Nepali Mela will be held on Sunday at Kempton Park Racecourse in London, bringing together 42 Nepali organizations in Britain for folk dances, music, food stalls and cultural displays. Organizers say the festival will showcase Nepali identity as a "Mini Nepal" for a day, with increased prize money, a health camp and expanded parking arrangements.
Key Points
- The 17th Nepali Mela will take place this Sunday at Kempton Park Racecourse in London, organized by Tamudhi UK in collaboration with the Nepali Embassy in London.
- Forty-two Nepali organizations in Britain will participate, with cultural performances, 75 stalls, a health camp and traditional presentations such as Lakhe and Maruni.
- Prize money for tableau and dance competitions has been increased, with the winning team to receive the Ambassador's Cup and £1,500.
- Organizers say the event is meant to connect the younger generation in Britain with Nepali art, culture and identity.
