Distinguished Views

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I was greatly moved by your dancing and vocals, as well as that of your students in the recent Diwali Celebration, I attended in Toronto and Parliament Hill, Ottawa. Undoubtedly, The Hindu Community in Canada is making a wonderful and important contribution to Canadian society. Passing down the dances and songs of culture and faith to the next generation is so important to the Hindu community in Toronto as well as to enrich our cultural diversity. 

I congratulate you on the great work that you do in both your performances as well as your teachings. Please accept my best wishes for your continued success.

 

Date: - 5- 12 -2006

 

MONTE SOLBERG, P.C., M.P

MINISTER OF CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION.

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The couple Mr Hemant Panwar & Vaishali Panwar has delighted the Guyanese audiences across the country with their intense, energetic and gracefully entertaining performances since they have been in Guyana.

Mr Panwar, as the “ Dance Teacher” or Guru at the Indian Cultural Centre has executed his task with great professionalism, care and concern for his students. He has nurtured his students and trained them to the best of his ability, and this is evident in the quality of their performances presented in the productions such as “ Parampara” and “ Shakuntala” in October 2005. These two outstanding productions, Choreographed by Mr Panwar and Mrs Panwar have thrilled Guyanese audiences and have developed in them a greater appreciation for Kathak Dance and Music. 

 

Date :- 21- 10- 2005

 

MR MANJOOR NADIR

 

MINISTER

 

(MINISTRY OF TOURISM, INDUSTRY & COMMERCE)


 

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I know the Panwar couple, Hemant and Vaishali, since August 2003. The couple appeared together on the stage in Georgetown (Guyana) on several occasions and on each such occasion created a good impression by their aesthetic and sophisticated presentation. Each of their performance in Georgetown was spellbound and greatly appreciated by Guyanese; some of them fully understand finer movements of Kathak. The duo Hemant & Vaishali with their background, good taste and dedication contributed immensely in popularizing kathak in Guyana.

Hemant who has been teaching kathak at the Indian cultural Center since September 2002, set very high standards in imparting knowledge of Kathak to students. Vaishali in her own right is a very fine artist who has fine technique and approaches dance with a commendable understanding.

I extend my good wishes to them for their future endeavors.

Date -24-3-2005

AVINASH C GUPTA

HIGH COMMISIONER OF INDIA

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA

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I take great pleasure in thanking you Hemant and your partner Vaishali for taking part in the sixth international Artist for peace “sangeet yatra”- A journey through classical Indian Dance & music, which was held in the Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur from 14th to 18th February 2001.

The workshop, Kathak Dance – when Music is transmuted into form , which took place under your and Vaishali’s guidance turned out to be an absolute success for all participants. All of them enjoyed tremendously dancing this for most of them totally new dance form. This was certainly due to professional expertise of both of you and your very obvious pleasure in teaching.

That the workshop participants did not only enjoy the session but became so enthusiastic that most of them volunteered to be in the little show which you choreographed for us, was another prove of your talent to enthuse your students.

I enjoyed very much working with both of you and am still touched by the beauty and gracefulness of your dance performance.

Wishing you all the best for your future personal and professional life.

Date- 17-4-2001

URUSLA- MARIA RUSER

FOUNDER- ARTIST FOR PEACE

BERLIN, GERMANY

 

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Dear Vaishali, The Dance Drama “Aayo Phir Se Diya Jalaye” Presented by you and your Partner alongwith Bal Bhawan Children was highly appreciated by the Honorable Prime Minister of India Sh Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Honorable Minister of Human Resource Development, Sh Murli Manohar Joshi and all other guest and specially the children. Bal Bhawan extends it heartfelt thanks for your effort in making the program of Children’s Day a big success. Thanking you once again.

Date – 01-12-1998

Dr MADHU PANT

DIRECTOR – NATIONAL BAL BHAWAN

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The Consulate General of India expresses its deep appreciation to Sh Hemant Panwar, who visited Reunion Island during the festivities of Deepawali 1999. All the performances of Sh Hemant Panwar were of excellent quality and appreciated by the audience.

The Consulate General of India once again expresses its appreciation to the artiste for his contribution towards making the Deepawali celebration a success and promotion of India’s cultural abroad through demonstration of Indian classical dance & music.

Date: 08-11-1999

SMT BANASHRI. B. HARRISON

CONSUL GENERAL

SAINT-DENIS

REUNION ISLAND

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Shri Hemant Panwar, Kathak dancer and vocalist was invited by the Embassy of India, Yangon, to perform in yangon to celebrate the 50th anniversary of India’s independence, as also to mark the 49th Republic day of our country. Sh Hemant Panwar gave an excellent demonstration of his skills as an accomplished kathak dancer as well as a vocalist. His performance in both areas were outstanding and were extremely well received by the large and appreciative crowds at the prestigious National Theatre. Sh Panwar deserves our sincere commendation and praise for his excellent performance.

 

February 3, 1998 

SH SHYAM SARAN

AMBASSADOR OF INDIA

YANGON, MYANMAR

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Mr Hemant Panwar and Ms Vaishali Sharma ,disciple of Sh Rajinder Gangani, are an outstanding professional kathak dancer based in Delhi. They belong to jaipur Gharana. They have a good personality with their skill for the art and have traveled all over the world. Their unique presentation jughalbandi with classical Bharatnatyam dancers acclaimed very good appreciation and laurels from public and press. Their performance elevates the standard of the recital and the organization.

SAROJA VAIDYANATHAN

FOUNDER PRESIDENT

GANESH NATAYALAYA

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Dear Hemant Ji, I extend heartfelt thanks and gratitude to you and your co-artist Vaishali for your hard work ,sincerity and dedication to make Kathak dance workshop ( 20th May 2002 to 30th June 2002) a remarkable and memorable event. Your contribution in strengthening our cultural activity can’t be measured in words.

I again congratulate you and Vaishali for tremendous success of Dharohar-2002 organized at L.T.G auditorium on 2nd July after the completion of workshop. AAJ foundation will definitely be in touch with you for its future ventures. I wish success for the both of you.

 

Date: 10th July 2002    

A.S KOHLI

SECRETARY GENERAL

AAJ FOUNDATION

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Mr. Hemant Panwar, Guru, Composer, Singer and Choreographer presented a remarkable Kathak dance recital along with his disciples at the cultural show arranged by the Chartered Institute of Logistic & Transport. I wish him all success in his future endeavors.

 

Date:26th July 2002

N.M BALASUBRAMANYAM

SECRETARY GENERAL

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