Walsall
Namaste and Welcome to Shree Prajapati
Association Walsall.
On the Samaj front, it has been a very quiet year with
minimal activities which we’ve highlighted below. Our
individual life events have taken prominence this year over
our community spirit. As a smaller community we depend
heavily on our members to partake. However, the truth of the
matter is without our members, the Samaj cannot exist.
Walsall is very proud of our volunteers, young and old, who
have been giving years of selfless service to our community.
Every time we hold a function, we always manage to
find people who are willing to help with organising, food
preparation, cooking, ringing around to inform other
members, setting up and helping on the day. This year our
team of ladies supported by a team of gentlemen, very
kindly took time out of their busy schedule, and prepared the
breakfast puris for the Mahila Samelan in Leicester.
Another notable annual event that we hold dear to our
hearts is the Shradh Bhajan, which is always well attended,
and this year again was no exception. It is also very special
because it gives us the opportunity to remember our loved
ones who are no longer with us. This time of remembrance,
giving, and community spirit brings us all together and
keeps us strong.
The annual Sports Day was held in Leeds this year. Special
thanks to Bradford branch for hosting this event. The day
was very much enjoyed by everyone who attended and
particularly, it was a very special day for 11-year-old Priyan
Mistry who won the under 16s pool competition. Another
good day too for Sumant Mistry who retained his winners
shield for the over 40s table tennis. Sumantbhai is an example
to us all as he now lives on the south coast, but he still makes
effort every year to continue to represent Walsall Samaj and
take part in the Sports Day despite the long travel. We would
like to congratulate all our members who took part as well as
express our gratitude to those who came to spectate.
At Walsall we currently have opportunities for people
wishing to help take our Samaj forward. We are always
looking for new ideas and new blood and we currently have
various positions open for anyone that wants to participate
or to be more involved.
Our best wishes to all for the coming year,
SPA (UK) – Walsall Branch
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