JAYA PRADA
Lalithakalatoranam, Hyderabad came alive on 8th December 2013 with the glittering celebrations of iFocus mission 8th Anniversary – “Jaya Prada“. Thousands of mission members, well wishers, friends and ‘who is who’ of the state were part of the festive occasion in the power jam-packed open auditorium.
The event commenced with the Cultural activities followed by acknowledging the success stories of entrepreneurs who emerged from the mission.
The promoters of Vivekananda school were felicitated – For their innovative teaching methodology and a compassionate approach towards the underprivileged.
iFocus Mission ‘Calendar 2014’ was launched by the distinguished group on the dais.
The Chief Coordinator, Shri Vasudeva sarma, later joined the dais. He briefly recollected the progression of iFocus by acknowledging the blessings of Sadguru Sri Sivananda Murthy garu and the contribution of mission members for its manifestation. He introduced the luminaries, invited them on to the podium, and later handed over the proceedings to Shri Garikapati garu.
A host of celebrities descended to grace the function and interact with the buoyant gathering.
Smt D Purandeswari
Former Minister of State, Commerce & Industry
She stressed on the need to remember rich Indian cultural heritage and encouraged everybody to be ambassadors of this Rich nation. Explaining the sanctity behind the core ideology of iFocus mission ~ Samardhata, Samagrata, Bhaarateeyata, she expressed pleasure at seeing thousands of youth standing for these higher standards.
Shri Ponnala Lakshmaiah
Former Minister for IT – Govt. of AP
He urged the youth to reach out to the underprivileged sections of the society and contribute towards their development. He said that he always believed ‘IT’ means Indian Talent and feels proud that Telugu people constitute a majority of the best IT professionals in the whole world.
Shri N Jayaprakash Narayana
President, Lok Satta Party.
He expressed pleasure at the emergence of clean leaders as winners in recently held elections in Delhi. He attributed this change to the youth. He Exhorted the mission members to tighten their belts and work towards a resurgent India by fighting corruption and fraud.
Shri G Kishan Reddy
Minister of Home Affairs of India.
He expressed his belief on iFocus means India Focus. And This is the time for the youth of the nation to live up to its rich cultural heritage. He expressed his pleasure to be part of this mission.
Shri A Revanth Reddy
Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha.
He articulated his delight seeing the passion, the commitment of thousands of mission members. He wondered on preserving this zeal at iFocus Which is hard to find outside. He said that iFocus is doing pioneering work.
Padmabhushan Shri K I Varaprasad reddy
Founder Shantha Biotechnics
He urged iFocus members to be vigilant and develop restraint, discipline to channelize their energies to reach higher levels.
Shri Allu Arvind
Indian Film Producer
He stressed the importance of understanding the mindset of youth to bring out their hidden talents to ensure enthusiastic careers and a healthy society.
Dr Shri S Vijaya Kumar
Chairman, Vijay Nirmaan Company
He congratulated iFocus for its initiatives and extended his best wishes.
Shri Tanikella Bharani
Indian Film Personality
He declared the mission event a huge success. He equated ‘i’ in iFocus to the Third Eye of Lord Shiva and also assured all those who follow mission ideology a great success.
Dr Shri U Naga Bhushan Rao
Indian Police Service
He delightfully congratulated iFocus for its initiatives and extended his best wishes.
Shri Dr. Garikapati Narasimha Rao
Maha Sahasravdhani
He enthralled the audience by his spontaneity, with his scholarly articulation at the time of presiding over the program. His practical – down to earth approach, his patriotic fervour mesmerized and often erupted the audience into laughter and applause.
Tons of sweet moments were part of the celebrations which were fondly shared, photographed and exchanged by all towards the end of the event.
Originally articulated by Dr. JVSS Kiran, Mentor of iFocus Mission
