On the eve of Navaratri, Satven celebrated ethnic day followed by an extremely energizing Dandiya night. Associates vying for top honors for the best ethnic wear, turned out in snazzy outfits such as Dhotis, Kurtas, Sherwanis, Sarees, Lehengas, Anarkalies, among others and danced to the tune of Dandiya songs.

The Dandiya dance form originated as devotional Garba dance, which is performed in Goddess Durga’s honor. This dance form is actually the staging of a mock fight between Goddess Durga and Mahishasura, the mighty demon-king. The sticks of the dance represent the sword of Goddess Durga.

All young associates of Satven along with the Management team celebrated Navratri by dancing away their blues (if they had any to start with, that is).

It indeed was a refreshing break for all associates.

Satven’s annual get-together in the Detroit area was held on the 30th of August amidst the serene settings of Firefighters Park, in Troy Michigan.

Rain was forecast for the day but the clouds stayed away for our beautiful Sun to shine through the green leaves of majestic oak trees. The birds started chirping, kids started playing, the ladies started talking and the menfolk of SVES started the barbeque!

This get-together was attended by over 200 people and was a roaring success.