Vision
Our vision is to become the preeminent organization for promoting and developing a greater understanding and appreciation of the multicultural splendour and heritage of India, in all its facets, among Canadians.
Mission
Our mission is to offer the visitors and residents of the National Capital Region a world-class opportunity to experience and personally learn about the traditions, culture and heritage of India – and thus promote multi-cultural understanding, appreciation, harmony and peace; and enhance inter-cultural connectivity in Canada.
Objectives
- Showcase high quality Indian music and dance programs
- Engage our patrons with interactive and participatory programs that both entertain and educate about culture and heritage of India
- Present nutritious and tasty authentic ethnic food from different regions of India
- Present workshops that nourish the Body and Mind: on Wellness, Yoga, Meditation, Music, Arts, Dance and Cooking
- Organize discourses, discussions and debates on Indian inspired Culture and Philosophy
- Maintain a repository on sources of information on subjects including the Cultures, Festivals, Music and Dances, Philosophies, Literature and Cuisine of India.
Patron
His Excellency Ajay Bisaria
Board of Directors
Prof. Rao Nanduri
Chair
Mr. Gautam Subra
Treasurer
Ms. Priya Chandran
Chef Joe Thottungal
Vice Chair
Dr. Bala Brahmanandam Madaparthi
President
Mr. Satish Bansal
Secretary
Mr. Dinesh Mohan
TGIF 2021 Executive Team
Dr. Bala Brahmanandam Madaparthi
President
Ms. Priti Srivastava
VP, Programs
Ms. Priya Chandran
AVP, Programs
Mr. Anil D’Souza
VP, Food & Drinks
Mr. Abhijit Potdar
AVP, Food & Drinks
Ms. Angie Szola
Director, Food & Drinks
Ms. Sumana Achar
VP, Development
Mr. Premnath Chiruvella
VP, Operations
Mr. Ramana Nagineni
AVP, Marketing & Communications
Ms. Siddhika Bhandari
AVP, Marketing & Communications
Mr. Udham Singh
Volunteer Coordinator
Ms. Roopa Sree Tungaturthi
VP, Athenaeum