Belgaum : Senior litterateur Dr. Vinod Gaikwad emphasized the importance of laughter and humor in everyday life, urging people to remain cheerful and positive. He was speaking on the topic “Busy Life and Recreation” during a knowledge and entertainment programme organized by the Sandhyakiran Seva Kendra of the Belagavi District Senior Citizens Society.
The programme was held at Dr. Nita Deshpande Diabetes Centre, Tilakwadi, under the chairmanship of Vishwas Dhuraji. Society Secretary Surendra Desai and Joint Secretary Shivraj Patil were present on the dais.
In his address, Dr. Gaikwad said that age is merely a number and should not be viewed too seriously. He encouraged senior citizens to enjoy life to the fullest, adding that true old age begins only after the age of ninety. He also advised participants to offer advice only when it is sought.
The cultural segment featured Hindi, Marathi, and Kannada songs presented by Ashwini Patil, Dr. Shreyas Chougule, Ravindranath Juvli, Jagmohan Agarwal, Yogini Desai, Surendra Desai, and Ashok Kadam. Vijay Bandivadekar performed a classical song, while Chandrashekhar Gaikwad recited poetry. Vanita Joshi spoke on the significance of the Adhik Maas.
The programme began with a prayer by Pandurang Karkal. Surendra Desai delivered the introductory remarks, while Shivraj Patil introduced the chief guest. The event concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Meena Kulkarni.
