Doha: The Karnataka Sangha Qatar (KSQ) is gearing up to celebrate the 71st Kannada Rajyotsava with a cultural programme titled ‘Karunada Vaibhava-2026’ on November 6.
The event will be held at the DPS-MIS Auditorium near Al Wakra from 4pm. KSQ, affiliated with the Indian Cultural Centre under the Embassy of India, is organising the celebrations.
Bangalore Rural MP and Padma Shri awardee Dr C N Manjunath will attend as the chief guest. A renowned cardiologist and former director of Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, Manjunath’s visit has generated enthusiasm among Kannadigas in Qatar.
Veteran actor and former minister Umashree will receive the ‘Qatar Kannada Sammana’ award in recognition of her contributions. The programme will also feature music, comedy, dance and drama performances by artists from Karnataka and the local Kannada community.
The event is being organised under the leadership of KSQ president Subrahmanya Hebbagilu and the managing committee. Preparations are in the final stages, with local artists, including children and senior performers, rehearsing for cultural presentations. Arrangements for the stage, traditional decorations and audience management are also underway.
