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Banjara Times completed 3 Years: Dream of our mentor Shri Boota Ram Ji Dharamsot

As you know we started BanjaraTimes.Com Website on our Mentor Shri Boota Ram Ji Dharamsot's 10th Death Anniversary on September 23, 2007. From the birth, every day the visitors of this website are increasing. This happened only with yours love with Banjara Times. Banjara Times in 2007 (few months), received only 87366 Hits. In 2008, Banjara Times received 3861592 Hits. In 2009 Banjara Times received 9171647 Hits. In 2010 (until September 23, 2010) Banjara Times received 7169837 Hits. These figures are day by day increasing. We are thankful to the visitors of Banjara Times, who sent us their feedback, suggestions, articles, news, photos. We want Banjara Times be a special part of every Goaar's household. In this mission, we need your more help. Please send us your suggestions, reports of the Goaar activities in your area.

With regards,
Yours own,
Om Parkash (Kamal Dharamsot)
Editor, Banjara Times
&
Shankar Ade
Assistant Editor, Banjara Times
Posted on October 18, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Om Parkash Kamal's daughter Nisha married with Sandeep Muchhaal on March 8, 2011

Phagwara, April 3, 2011: Marriage of Nisha Kamal daughter of Om Parkash Kamal, Editor, Banjaratimes.Com is completed here with Sandeep Singh Muchhaal son of Ajaib Singh Muchhaal of City Mullanpur, Ludhiana on March 8, 2011. At this occasion Sardar Sadhu Singh Dharamsot MLA and Ex Minister (President, All India Bazigar Banjara Sabha), Sardar Joginder Singh Mann Ex Minister, Shri Gurjeet Singh Walia President Block Congress Urban Phagwara, Sardar Surinder Singh Walia President Shiromani Akali Dal Badal Phagwara, Advocate Sardar Sham Singh Muchhaal, Sardar Jagir Singh Vartia, Shri Harbans Lalka, Sardar Sucha Singh Dharamsot, Shri Joginder Lal Coach, Shri Shokeen Ram Lalka, Shri Chanan Ram Dharamsot USA, Shri Beera Ram Valjot M.C. were present. Goaar Singers Shri Lakhbir Lakha and Miss Gurinder Naaz entertained the presence with their best songs.

Posted on April 3, 2011-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Don't hesitate speaking in Goaar Boli: Nemaraj Naik K. M.L.A

Nemaraj Naik. K (M.L.A), H.B.Halli (Constituency), Bellary (D), Karnataka

Ram Ram my Goaar Brothers and Sisters,

Jai Sewalal!

First, I wish you a Happy Shri Sewalal Ji Maharaj jayanthi to all Banjaratimes viewers.

Celebrate Shri Sewalal Ji Maharaj Birth Day at your place with your family, friends and relatives.

I request to all my Goaar brothers and sisters, show your strength in all fields and come up and don't hesitate speaking in Goaar Boli/Bhasha. It is individual responsibilities to preserve our Goaar Boli/Bhasha, culture and tradition.
Jai Sewalal!

The Karnataka govt released 30 crores for our Banjara people Devlopment in Karnataka.

Regards

Nemaraj Naik. K (M.L.A)
Govt. Of Karnataka
H.B.Halli(Constituency)
Bellary(D)
Karnataka
Posted on February 2, 2011-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

National Banjara Doctors' Conference on February 12-13

First page of invitation card of National Banjara Doctors' Conference at Hyderabad on February 12-13, 2011.

Second page of invitation card of National Banjara Doctors' Conference at Hyderabad on February 12-13, 2011.

Posted on January 19, 2010----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Important Dates to remember

Birthday of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj: February 15, 2011. (Main Function at Sevagadh, District Anatapur, Andhra Pradesh). Banjara Times specially appealing to the Goaars of North India, please come forward and start celebrating our Kul-Guru's Birth Day at every Tanda.

Annual Yaatra of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj: Ram Navami, April 12, 2011 (Tuesday). Main Function will be held at Pohragarh, Maharashtra. Last year at least 15 Lacs Goaars attended this Annual Yaatra of Goaars.

Posted on January 03, 2011--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Maaro Nagara! Jago Banjara !!

Appeal to all Banjaras by Amar Singh Tilawat, Vice President, All India Banjara Seva Sangh

Saare Desher Banjara Bhai 2011 Jaater Jan-Ganna Mai Maar Jaat: Banjara, Maar Boli (Language): Banjara, Maaro Dharam (Religion): Banjara/Adivasi, Maaro Dharam Guru (Teacher): Dema Guru Zaroor Likhaven!

Saare Desher Banjara Bhai 2011 Jaater Jan-Ganna Mai Maar Jaat: Banjara, Maar Boli (Language): Banjara, Maaro Dharam (Religion): Banjara/Adivasi, Maaro Dharam Guru (Teacher): Dema Guru Zaroor Likhaven!

Shri Amar Singh Tilawat (M.A., Ll.B.) told Banjara Times (Online Magazine of Goaars) that this decision was taken unanimously in the meeting of All India Banjara Seva Sangh held at Akola, Maharashtra on November 13, 14, 2010. Contact Phone Number of Amar Singh Tilawat is 95335-35666 and his E-mail adress is amarsinghtilawat@gmail.com

Posted on December 6, 2010-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

HISTORY AND CULTURE OF BANJARAS IN INDIA...

A STUDY TEAM FORMED BY THE RESEARCH SCHOLARS

Study team members visited University of Hyderabad, Prof. Motiraj Rathod, Shankar Ade, Bikku Rathod and Babusingh Naik.

Prof. Mothiraj Rathod, Amarsingh Tilawat Ex. Minister of Tourism A.P., Shankar Ade, Bikku Rathod and Babusingh Naik in Hyderabad.

Study team met to Andhra Pradesh Leaders Ex Minister and other members.

Dr. Bhangya Bhukya presenting his new book to study team members Prof. Mothiraj Rathod, Bikku Rathod and Babusingh Naik.

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh: About the Banjaras traditional as well as modern history and cultural study team formed by Banjara Research Scholars in India. The first pilot study was conducted in Dharamkot Tanda in Phagwara, District Kapurthala, Punjab in India. Later studies were conducted in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Maharashtra. The present study is done in Hyderabad and Ranga Reddy District of Andhra Pradesh.

OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

To study brief history of Banjaras in India for example: Migration to India, Migration from Northern India to various places in India.

To Study Banjaras’ culture: Material culture, Non Material culture.

To study the Change in Banjaras’ Religious beliefs, festivals and customs and values.

To study Banjaras’ Legendaries (Sevalal Maharaj, Lakhi Shah Banjara, Jhangi-Bhangi, Dhuma Naik, Bachittar Singh Binjrawat etc.)

Persistence and Change in Banjara language.

Globalization/modernization impact on Banjara community.

PRESENT STUDY IN HYDERABAD:

The study team visit to Bikku Rathod, who is research scholar in Department of Anthropology in University of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. He discussed about Banjaras’ history and culture. Further discussed to Amar Singh Tilawat ex Minister of Tourism of A.P., Dr. Bhangya Bhukya in EFLU University, Mr. Ravindra Naik Ex. M.P. and several others. They have given information about Banjaras during Nizam and present. In the Hyderabad, study team visited Maharaj Ganj, which was given name of Shri Sevalal Maharaj during Nizam period. Banjara Gate in Golconda Fort also visited by study team, which was given the name of Banjara during Nizam. Banjaras used to transport grain from this gate.

STUDY TEAM MEMBERS:

(1) Prof. Motiraj Rathod (Maharashtra)
Contact: 094237-05977

(2) Shankar Ade ( Maharashtra)
Mobile: 94234-51495

(3) Bikku Rathod (Andhra Pradesh)
Research Scholar
Department of Anthropology
University of Hyderabad. Hyd.
Email: bikkurathod@mail.com
rathod.bhikku52@gmail.com
Mobile:08008234106.

(4) Maheshchand Banjara (Rajasthan)

(5) Dilraj Banjara (Gujarat)

(6) Sham Singh Muchhaal (Advocate) Panjab

(7) Subhash Rathod (Advocate) Karnataka.

By Bikku Rathod
E-mail: bikkurathod@gmail.com
December 6, 2010-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Om Parkash Kamal, Editor, Banjara Times attended Mushaira at Newark

Mr. Om Parkash Kamal attended the Tri Language Mushaira organized by Vishav Punjabi Sahit Academy, California at Newark City. In this picture Mr. Om Parkash Kamal (Red Jacket) is seen with prominent punjabi poets.
Posted on December 6, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Banjara Yuva Sangh formed in Madhya Pradesh by Lalit Pawar

Jai Sevalal! Kamal ji,

Kamal ji, I have sent you the photographs of our organisation and also sent some written notes. Kamal ji, I don't know why you have not show that on this website. Kamal ji, if you need information about BANJARA YUVA SANGH to show, I will send.

Kamal ji, I am working from last 6 years to encourage and motivate Banjara youth to do well in every sector. I felt the need of youth organisation in Madhya Pradesh, thats why I have taken step towards formulating youth organisation. This is first organisation which is started by non political person. I want to bring all youth at one stage for upliftment of Banjara Samaj. Kamal ji, I am sending you my photo please show it on Banjara youth.

Kamal ji, I request you to please show the information related to BYS.

Thank you,
Lalit Pawar, Banjara Yuva Sangh, Indore
Phone: 09926462264
E-mail: lalitpawar05@gmail.com
Posted on December 6, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

BANJARA JAGRUTHI SAMITI, ANDHRA PARDESH

Dear sir,

This is Naryan Rathod, President BANJARA JAGRUTHI SAMITI, ANDHRA PARDESH,
and also working as Civil Engineer in the Central Government Dept. We ae very glad to visit this website since many of us are unaware. You are playing an important role in uniting Goaars.

We are all the times reader of Banjara Times. We love this site and thankfull to you for uniting the Banjara community all over world.

Our office at hyderabad, in case if you visit any time to Hyderabad for any purpose, please inform us, we would like to meet you.

With regards,

Naryan Rathod, M.Tech.,(LL.B.).
President: BANJARA JAGRUTHI SAMITI,

Office Address:
Plot No. 83/E, Tirumala Nagar,
Sagar Road, B.N. Reddy Nagar,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh-500070.
Posted on December 6, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dr. G.B. Pandu Ranga Naik from Karnataka

I am really happy to see a website which was developed by a Goaar
Bhai. I really thank you, this type of communication web must create else where.

Thank again.

Dr. G.B. Pandu Ranga Naik
Professor,
National College, Gouribidanur,
Chickballapur District, Karnataka State.
Posted on December 6, 2010---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Memorandum presented to the Minister of State for Tribal Affairs: Jagir Singh Bartia

Memorandum presented to the Dr. Tushar A. Chaudhary Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Government of India under the leadership of Mr. K. G. Vanzara (Jt. Secretary) Director Developing Caste (OBC, EBC & MINORITY) Welfare Gujarat State, S. Jagir Singh Bartia Superintendent Jails Punjab, National Working President Rashtriya Sant Sewa Lal Banjara Mahasangh. S. Kashmir Singh Lalka Organising Secretary PPCC, Mr. Chhinda Ram Kheeva Mandi Gobindgarh, S. Mohinder Singh Rakhra, Mr. Zile Singh Mahla Gharaunda, Mr. Balak Ram Patiala, Mr. Prem Singh Delhi, Mr. Sandeep Delhi, S. Devinder Singh Patiala, Brigadier Hans Raj Delhi were also the members of the delegation.

New Delhi: I am sending you the copy of Memorandum which had been presented to the Dr. Tushar A. Chaudhary, Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Government of India and names of delegation comprising Mr. K. G. Vanzara (Jt. Secretary), Director Developing Caste (OBC, EBC & MINORITY) Welfare Gujarat State, S. Jagir Singh Bartia, Superintendent Jails Punjab, National Working President Rashtriya Sant Sewa Lal Banjara Mahasangh, S. Kashmir Singh Lalka Organising Secretary PPCC, Mr. Chhinda Ram Kheeva Mandi Gobindgarh, S. Mohinder Singh Rakhra, Mr. Zile Singh Mahla Gharaunda, Mr. Balak Ram Patiala, Mr. Prem Singh Delhi, Mr. Sandeep Delhi, S. Devinder Singh Patiala, Brigadier Hans Raj Delhi. He assured us to do something better for us.

This Memorandum had been presented on 02/12/2010 at his residence 6, Rakaab Ganj Road, New Delhi.

Thanks & Regards,
Jagir Singh Bartia (Patiala),
National Working President,
Rashtriya Sant Sewa Lal Banjara Mahasangh
Mob. 09779988885,
09463154365
Posted on December 6, 2010-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Hathiram Matt is almost about to fall: Ravi Jarpula (A.P.)

Jaago Goaar Bhai: Baba Hathiram Ji Matt is almost about to fall. Who will take care of this?

Ram Ram Kamal ji,

First of all here is my hearty congratulations for maintaining our Banjara Times website.

Kamal ji i have been to tirupathi recently. I visited Hathiram ji Matt. But the conditions prevailing there made me unhappy. Hathiram Matt is almost about to fall. We can find very modern environment at Tirumala except Hathiram babaji Matt and not giving even single care given to Hathiram matt. We can see all dirty surroundings.

As we have got Gor bhai from all areas taking from Civil Service to Engineers and Doctors, we need to be united and make some possible renovation to our Hathiram Babaji Matt.

Kamal ji, I hope that you will rise this question in our Gor bhai who are in higher authority and make them to take necessary action regarding this.

Thanks & Regards!!

Ravi Jarpula
Executive Trainee
NTPC Ltd, Ramagundam, A.P
Ph: 078426-88314
E-mail: ravi.jarpula@gmail.com
Posted on November 22, 2010---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dussaravo (Maavalir Puja) in Mahabubnagar, Andhra Pradesh

Puja Pandal of Tuljabhavani and Higla.

Puja Pandal is covered with red cloth bordered with crescent on the four side edges.

Decorated Pandal.

Two Lambada girls worshipping the Deities Tulja Bhavani and Hingla.

Elderly People attending the Festival.

Few Lambada Women sitting near the Bona-fire.

Elderly Lambada Tribe Women sitting near the Pandal.

Vadtiya Venkatesh Nayak interacting with his own people of Lambada Tribe.

Dasaraavo festival is usually celebrated by Lambadas in Telangana after Dussera every year that is why it is called Dasaraavo. Principle deities of this festival are Tulja Bhavani and Hingla both female deities their husband’s details is not known, unlike Hindu goddesses who are always at the service of their husbands, for instance Laxmi wife of Vishnu is always sitting at the foot of Vishnu and pressing his legs. The Hindu goddess represents a very strong patriarchal structures and ideology. In the case of Lambada (Banjara) deities Tulja and Hingla they are independent represents the symbol of liberated women, valor and dignity. Thus, Banjara society by worshipping non-patriarchal godesses represents a non-patriarchal or matriarchal structure which symbolizes an equal place for women in traditional Banjara society. It is the recent phenomenon that Banjaras are adopting brahmanical Hindu traditions and becoming more and more hinduised thus, patriarchal also i.e. authority of male in the family and society also. This change one could observe in the replacement of the practice of bride-price in the traditional Banjara marriages, with dowry, which has emerged as a problem number one in the community.

In these particular photographs which was taken by me on 9th November 2010, in Yenugonda Tanda of Mahabubnagar town sub-urban in the house of Khatravath Anjalidevi Nayak . This, particular festival resembles with the primitive religious practice of animism and naturism, in which it believes in existence of super natural powers represented in the personified form of Tulja and Hingla. This is celebrated any Tuesdays after Dusserah in October/November. It could be celebrated by the whole tanda or individual households at times. On the day of celebrations, a pandal is prepared in front of the house with small silver symbols of Tulja and Hingla. Then, sacrifice of two goats takes place. Then night dinner is prepared with motton and rice. Elders, consumes liquor. In the entire night elders beat plates with hands rhythmically and sing songs in the praise if deities. Plate beating and singing takes alternatively the whole night. Gradually, this celebration also vanishing very fastly from Banjaras on two accounts in the area. One, since it involves sacrificing animals i.e. killing animals. Many educated Banjaras opting out from celebrating it. Second, it is a representation of primitive religious culture. Many Banjaras in many places are opting for more organized religions like Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism. It shows that Banjaras across the country are moving towards an ‘anomic’ situation i.e. a directionlessness in the cultural realm.

Vadtiya Venkatesh Nayak
Hyderabad
Posted on November 22, 2010-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Banjara Sanskrutik Utsav 2010 at Cuffe Parade Tanda, Mumbai

A Combination of Photos by Mr. Shankar Rathod and History written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod...

Banjara Sankrutik Utsav on the occasion of Diwali at Cuffe Parade Tanda, Colaba (Mumbai).

Mera Karero Geet: Varshe Dawali Kot Dawali, Bapu Ton Mera. Varshe Dawali Kot Dawali, Mataral Ton Mera. Varshe Dawali Kot Dawali, Jagdamba Ton Mera. Varshe Dawali Kot Dawali, Seva Bapu Ton Mera.

Dawali (Deepavali) is very important festival for Goaars but they observe this festival in their own distinct tradition. The Goaars observe the worship of the Goddess Laxmi on the night of Dawali. The Girls from Goaar Community dressed in colorful clothes with the lighted lamps in their hands. They obtain the permission for the rite of Mera from the Chief of the Tanda. After the permission they go house to house with singing songs and with this action they instill the spirit of unity and integrity among Goaars.

On the next day of Laxmi Pooja, Goaar Girls dress in colorful clothes and assemble with Bamboo Baskets and go to the fields for collecting flowers. They offer these flowers with devotion to Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj and Mariyamma. At that time they sing the songs. Making little lumps of Dung, collected from the sheds of each house, they offer flowers to them.This is performed in all the houses of Tanda without any kind of difference.

The girls used to enjoy on those swings and the boys used to be mute spectators. The melody of the songs of the girls and the pleasant atmosphere of the time can’t be described but needs to be experienced. The festival of Diwali was also a main occasion for the unmarried girls. These girls visit all households in the evening with a lamp in their hand to take blessings of the elders. The group of boys also followed them throughout the Tanda and take benefit of the darkness, without success. The next day the girls worship the cow and sing. (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

Gor Banjaras were worshippers of Nature since ancient times. The Sun, Wind, Fire, Water and the Earth were their gods. During the festival of Diwali and Holi, ‘Pitrupooja’ is performed. It is known as ‘Dhabukar.’ In it, sweets are offered to the fire in the fireplace. Also wheat rice and curry are offered in the name of saints and great men. These items are buried in the earth by digging a small pit in front of the house. Only the men in the Tanda prepare food for these offerings. Killing a goat is the third offering. By applying a thin layer of cow dung mixed in water a small place on the right side of the house is cleaned. A design of the earth and its four parts showing four continents are drawn with the help of Jowar flour in the cleaned place. It is called as ‘Choki.’ A bronze pot filled with water is kept in the center of the Choki and a small stick of Neem leaves is kept inside it. This is known as ‘Jalkumbh.’ After sacrificing the goat the head of the animal with its legs kept inside its mouth is placed in front of the Choki. Then all the male and female members perform a common prayer. Normally this ritual is performed in the evening. The place of the worship is towards the East while the worshipper prays with folded hands facing the West direction. (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

Gor Vamshiyas had a unique yet independent culture. They have preserved their unique tradition of livelihood as also independent public life. It is very much evident in their lifestyle, food habits, festivals, rituals, worship, use of cosmetics, likes and dislikes, dances, songs, language, clothing, literature among the Tanda life. The design of city layout found in Indus culture and those of two-storey structures are referred to in the Banjara folk literature. The reason behind this culturally developed tribe adopting Tanda culture later might be the Mother Nature. The Nature, which the Gors were worshipping, was responsible for destruction of the whole culture. Hence they might have reconciled to the thought of living in Tandas instead of building well-designed cities and dwellings. They might have taken this change as their fate. They had no more faith in creating physical wealth and settling down at one place. It gave origin to their Tanda culture. They considered it as against the fate to create physical households and hence refrained from such an act but the openness and greatness of their mind is still reflected in their public dealings and life. Tanda is the symbol of their life. (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

On the first day of this festival i.e. black day of the Kali Mata, a goat is sacrificed and the goddess is worshipped. Young girls, with lamps in their hand go to each household in the night and take blessings of the elders. The next day the girls perform the Godhan Pooja and also observe fast on that day. (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

Historically humans were living in groups. Even today such groups are found and they are called as Tanda (Caravan). The Banjara settlement is not called as a village rather referred to as Tanda only. Banjara Tandas are also found in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The Gor Banjara tribe had devised rules for game when they used to hunt animals for food. Today they are still in vogue in some Tandas. The Gorvamshi are witness to the hunting stage of early humans dating back to thousands of years. Later in the state of domestication of animals Banjaras was an important tribe in rearing the cows and protecting them. They took their ethnic name from this occupation. ‘Go’ means cow and ‘ra’ means the protector, hence ‘Gor.’ References regarding people engaged in trading by loading their goods on oxen since 4500 years ago are found. As they were engaged in trade they came to be known as Banjara. I think that the word Banjara might have come from Arabic or Persian language. The meaning of the Hindi word ‘Banaj’ means trade. Therefore a person engaged in Banaj was called as Banjara. These people were engaged in trade since pre-Indus times till the arrival of British in India. Their tribe might have been engaged in trade initially and later adopted goods transport as their occupation. This means the tribe is endowed with an ancient history dating back from wild gaming stage to right up to pre-Indus agrarian stage. Their origin might have been buried during the Indus period. Numerous proofs are found in the Vedic period in this regard. (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

Gor is one of the ancient vamshas in the world. Its history dates back to 5-6 thousand years. The references about Gor Vamsha are found in Greek civilization up to Harappa and Mohenjodaro. Even proof has been found regarding presence of a civilization here 4500 years prior to Harappa civilization. This civilization is the Gor civilization. It is a subject of research as to how the Gor civilization remained unknown for so many years. With a detailed study it can be concluded that the Gor Vamshi tribe might have been the originator of the Indus civilization. The tradition of chronicling ancient history started here with the entry of British in India. Till that time we were oblivious about the ancient history of India. The world had a wrong perception till 20th century that India is highly backward country with no civilization of its own. The treasure of ancient civilization was found when the digging works for Lahore-Multan Railway started in 1921. This was the Indus civilization. Based on the ruins of this civilization the world accepted the fact that India was indeed a developed civilization in the past. Even the Indus civilization was regarded as superior to the civilizations of Egypt, Greek, Mesopotamia, Bobalia, Sumerian, Taigras and China. The ancientness of the Indian history was taken from the Rigveda period. But due to the discovery of Indus civilization this history was dated back by 3 thousand years. It cannot be told for sure when the references about history, based on the studies and research, will change. (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

The tribe, which was known as Banjara, Lamani, and Lambada till 20th century, they are now being proved as Gor Vamshiya tribe. Pundit Gaurishankar Oza did pioneering work in unearthing their unknown history. Till that time Gor Banjaras were ignorant about their own history. During the course of these findings it came to light that Gor culture of Gor Vamshiyas is responsible for the origin of Indus culture. Gor culture has made an impact on the ancient cultures of the world. Even today tribes like Gor Vamshiya are found in some 60 countries. Their world body is known as Roma Gypsies. There is almost 90% similarity as regards their language, costumes, lifestyle and food habits. They treat Gor Vamshiya Banjaras as their brethrens. A world conference of Banjara Romas was held in Germany in 1980. A delegation of Gor Banjaras from India in the leadership of Ramsingh Bhanawat was present in the conference. The other Gor Vamshiyas in the world treat India as their homeland. A comparative research study is underway at the global level. Perhaps the Gor culture may prove instrumental in changing the ancient history of the world, once again. Normally two instruments are used while writing about the ancient history. One of them is physical i.e. archeological source and the other one is oral or unwritten. The things which were buried in the earth in the course of time have been excavated by us and based on them we recreated the Indus culture. But it is likely that many a precious and fragile art crafts might hive been lost in the mean time. We have drawn some conclusions based on the artcrafts and structures found in the excavation. In all the archeological findings do not give a clear-cut picture of the times. We cannot claim to recreate the glorious past solely on their basis. We also need to take into account the human emotions, behavioural patterns, community as well as independent human values, chastity and overall public life for depicting the history. For this the oral inputs in practice are important and they are well preserved with the Gor Banjaras till date. Their study will lead us to know the complete history of Gor culture as follows. (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

References about presence of Gor Vamshiya kings in Bengal-Tripura region are found in the folk literature. King Gopichand was a Gor Vamshiya King as per a folk lore. This lore is still sung by Banjara Gor. It mentions that King Gopichand donates his Kingdom and becomes a jogi as per his mother Mainavati’s wish.

Hoogali Gazetteer of West Bengal has a mention that the king Gopichand was a ruler of the region (page 85-86). A meritorious king named Shashank from his dynasty also ruled the region. The real name of Shashank was Soma. Soma is a traditional name in the Gor Banjara tribe. It is said that Shashank ruled in the period 603 to 638 AD. King Soma (Shashank) ruled in the forest region of Tripura to Hoogali for 32 years. Chinese traveler Van Huyan has also mentioned about him in his travelogue. Pundit Mahawar Shastri mentions in the Encyclopedia of Indian Culture-Volume 3 that Gor Vamshiyas ruled the Bengal. He says that ancient scriptures (Bakhar) mentions about Gor kings and Bengal. He further says: “The ancient Kings of Bengal were Gors. The Gor of Ajmer was quite famous. Gor Vamshis ruled the Ajmer region before the reign of Chavan. Chavan forced them into impurity and won over them. Then a Gor army chief established his kingdom in the mountain region of central province. It was in power for 700 years. Sindhia again won it from them in 1809. Radhika Das was the last ruler of the Gor Vamsha." (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

Lokhitawadi in his book ‘Rajasthan Ka Itihaas’ also mentions about the kingdom of Gor Vamsha in Bengali: “Men from the Gor dynasty were ruling in Bengal. Their kings were based in the mountain ranges of middle province. The Gor of Ajmer was known for his bravery. These Gors were also in the company of Prithviraj Chavan (page 27). The Banjaras in Bengal-Tripura region mention their caste as Gor even today. They do not mention their caste as Banjara. More research is needed to prove the fact that Gorvamshiya kings had ruled the region. It is a must to set the history straight. In order to avoid presentation of history in a wrong manner ancient historical criterion are considered important. The reliable resources that have been accepted by the historians in the course of their research have proved that Gor Vamshiya had once ruled in India. Let us understand these ancient historical resources. (With Thanks from "Gor Banjara Jan-Jaati Ka Itihaas" Written by Prof. Motiraj Rathod)

Dear Sir,

We celebrated Banjara Sankrutik Utsav 2010 on the occasion of Diwali.

Banjara Girls are celebrating Utsav with dance.

Please find attatchment of photos and upload on the website.

Thanks.

Regards,
Shankar Rathod (Mumbai)
Cell Phone: 99871-35045
E-mail: shankardilse@gmail.com
Posted on November 22, 2010-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Circulate Your Banjara Association Contact address with all Banjara Associations in India

Request from Banjara (Lambani) Employees Association, Hospet Taluk, Bellary, Karnataka

Dear all Respected Goaar Brothers and Sisters,

My sincere request to all Our Goaar Brothers & Sisters, If you have Any Banjara Association in your Thanda or Village or Taluk or District or at State, then kindly send or mail your Official or Corresponding address with contact no.s & your body members name along with cell phone to us for our future correspondence & contacts. If we had a relation with you, then we can share the knowledge, getting time to time communication, easy contact, sending invitation for function, getting feedback, suggestion, etc.

We are trying to invite & contact to all our Banjara associations in India for any function at our side. If they are unable to attend the said function then at least they could aware of the function which is happening so and so place. For that reason, please mail or send us to our official address or my Email id.

We are waiting for your mails or letters or Phone calls for positive reply.

From your Goaar Brother,

L. D. Laxman (Chavan), D.M.T.E., B.COM., M.A., LL.B, (MBA)

President
Banjara (Lambani) Naukarara Samuha Kuta (R) (Employee’s Association)
Room No. 401/3, 1st floor, beside Nehru Statue, In front of KEB,
Nehru colony, Hospet -Post & Taluk, Bellary -Dist, Karnataka-583201
Email Id: ldlaxman.banjara@gmail.com
Cell No: 094807-29418

And

Engineer,
Quality Assurance Department
Kalyani Steels limited, Ginigera,
Koppal-Taluk & Dist,
Karnataka
Posted on November 22, 2010-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Choukhandi Tanda New Delhi Ke Goaaron Ne Kiya Jagran!

A Beautyful Darbar of Mata Ji: Goaars of Choukhandi Tanda New Delhi first time organized Mata Ka Jagran.

Organizers in happy mood at the success of the Mata Ka Jagran: They are looking impressive in white dresses.

HUM KISI SE KAM NAHIN: KEHTE HAIN GOAAR KIDS MATA KE CHARNON MEIN BAITH KAR.

Special Guests presenting their devotion to the Shiv Ji Maharaj at Mata Ka Jagran at Choukhandi Tanda, New Delhi.

Next Prime Minister will be from Choukhandi Tanda: Kuchh Aisa Hi Lagta Hai Choukhandi Tanda Waale Goaaron Ka Josh Dekh Ke.

Yeh Bani Na Baat: Choukhandi Tanda Zindabad...Bahut Jalad Phir Milenge Naye Event Ke Saath.

KAMAL JI RAM RAM!
KAMAL JI, OCTOBER 23, 2010 KO NEW DELHI KE CHOUKHANDI TANDA MEIN EK JAGRAN KA AAYOJAN KIYA GAYAA, JISE SABHI CHOUKHANDI TANDE KE GOAAR BHAIYON NE MILKAR KARVAYA THA. ISME DELHI KE GANMANAY LOGON KO BHI BULAYA GAYAA THA. INKE SATH HAMARE TANDE KE BUZURAG SHRI SATPARKASH RATHORE, SHRI KISHANLAL, SHRI BHIM SINGH, SHRI SUNIL RATHORE, SHRI RAMESH JI, SHRI PREM JI NE BHI SABHI NAUJAWANO KA SATH DIYA. HAR TARAF KHUSHI KA MAHOL THA.

ISME HAMARE MLA SHRI DAYANAND CHANDELA JI KO GUEST BULAYA GAYAA THA. ISME BAHUT SUNDER BHAJAN AUR JHANKIYAN DIKHAI GAYIN, JINKO SABHI LOGON NE PASAND KIYA. IS JAGRAN KI POORI DELHI MEIN BAHUT TARIF KI GAYI. YEH CHOUKHANDI MEIN BANJARA BHAIYON NE PEHLI BAAR JAGRAN KIYA HAI. ISKI KUCHH PHOTOS AAPKO BHEJ RAHAA HUN. PLEASE BANJARA TIMES MEIN UPLOAD KAR DEEJIYEGA. DHANYAWAAD!

WITH REGARDS,
SANJEEV_BANJAARA@YAHOO.IN
Posted on November 15, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Andhra Pradesh Unit of Rashtriya Banjara Kranti Dal celebrated "Baal Divas" at Saidabad, Hyderabad

Chacha Nehru Birthday Celebrations (Baal Divas) by Rashtriya Banjara Kranti Dal, A.P. at ST Girls Hostel, Saidabad, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.

Office Bearers of the Rashtriya Banjara Kranti Dal distributed gifts to the children on the occasion of Children Day.

Office Bearers of the Rashtriya Banjara Kranti Dal, A.P. are seen with the children of ST Girls Hostel, Saidabad, Hyderabad.

This event was organized at ST Girls Hostel, Saidabad, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.

In View of Chacha Nehru's Birthday Celebrations by Rashtriya Banjara Kranti Dal, A.P.

Following members are the oraganizers and participated in this Baal Divas event.

1. National Convenor & Working President of A.P. - Mr. M. Amruthlal Chowhan
2. A.P. State Youth President - Mr. M. Kunal Rathod
3. State Youth General Secretary - Mr. Suresh Sankhla
4. State Executive - Mr. Krishna Kumar, Mr. Charan Singh and Mr. Suraj Singh

Thanks and Regards,
Kunal Rathod
AP State Youth President - Rashtriya Banjara Kranti Dal.
Posted on November 15, 2010----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Successful DNT Rally at Jantar Mantar by All India Vimukt Jatis Seva Sangh under the Leadership of Haribhau Rathod

DNT leader Shri Haribhau Rathod adressing the Dharna at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi on November 9, 2010. Leaders of All India Vimukt Jatis Seva Sangh are also seen in the picture. This DNT Rally demanded the implementation of Renke Commission Report.

Successful DNT Rally organized by All India Vimukt Jatis Seva Sangh under the leadership of Shri Hari Bhau Rathod on November 9, 2010 at Jantar Mantar New Delhi. At this occasion Haribhau Rathod presented a demand letter to the Indian Cabinet Minister Shri Mukul Wasnik.

Posted on November 10, 2010---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Jai Shri Guru Sevalal Maharaj...

Temple of Sevabhaya Maharaj in Bangalore, Karnataka

Sevalal Temple Inauguration Function on November 14-15

Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj: Kul-Guru of Six Crore Goaars of India.

Temple of Banjara Jagadguru great Saint, Sri Sevabhaya Maharaj and Sri Jagdamba Mata Devi is under construction at Bangalore. The site is at No. 41 & 50 Krishna Devesthan Road, Deshabandhunagar, Vidyaranyapur Post, Bangalore - 560097.

This mamoth work is undertaken by Karnataka Banjara Shevabhaya Devesthan Trust (R), Bangalore.

Shortly, a grand celebration of installing Sevabhaya statue and Sri Jagdamba Mata Devi statue will be undertaken.

Jaikara Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj Ka... Bol Saache Darbaar Ki Jai...

First Page of Invitation Card of the Inauguration of Sevabhaya Temple at Bangalore, Karnataka.

Second Page of Invitation Card of the Inauguration of Sevabhaya Temple at Bangalore, Karnataka.

Third Page of Invitation Card of the Inauguration of Sevabhaya Temple at Bangalore, Karnataka.

Fourth Page of Invitation Card of the Inauguration of Sevabhaya Temple at Bangalore, Karnataka.

Dear Sir,

Temple of Banjara Jagadguru great Saint, Sri Sevabhaya Maharaj and Sri Jagdamba Mata Devi is under construction at Bangalore. The site is at No. 41 & 50 Krishna Devesthan Road, Deshabandhunagar, Vidyaranyapur Post, Bangalore - 560097. This mamoth work is undertaken by Karnataka Banjara Sheva bhaya Devesthan Trust (R), Bangalore. A grand celebration of installing Sevabhaya statue and Sri Jagdamba Mata Devi statue will be undertaken on November 14-15, 2010. The function will be presided over by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Karnataka and Sri Revu Naik Belamgi, a Banjara Minister. For further clarifications may contact this email: sevabhaya.devasthanbng@gmail.com. Further developments will be posted you later.

Please find attached invitation card of Sevalal Temple Inauguration Function at Bangalore on 14-15. November 2010. All are welcome. This may be uploaded in your website for information.

The route map to come to temple is as under. BEL circle to Vidyaranypur root, next to Doddabommasandra Arch, which is parallel to BEL Compound and next to Krishna Temple Road, on Ist main. Bus route No.276. and all buses which comes to Vidyranypur bus stand and may ask thereby the place or contact Dr. Tanaji G Rathod, Mobile: 09845381805 for further clarifications.

Thanking you
Dr. Tanaji G Rathod
Posted on November 8, 2010------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

"Banjara Deeksha" function at Sevagadh Temple on November 28

M. Ramakrishna Naik, Co-convener, Banjara Deeksha at Sevagadh Ram Ram ji

This is Ramakrishna Naik from Hyderabad. I am sending you a public news. Please urgently upload on Banjara Times at display home page. Please enter this matter and please find attached photo.

"BANJARA DEEKSHA" will be held at 11 AM on 28/11/2010 (Sunday) at SEVAGADH,
Anantapuram Dist., Andhra Pradesh. Organization "RADHA MARG" is organizing this event.

Convener:        B. Krishna Naik
Co-Convener: M. Ramakrishna Naik   Mobile Phone No.: 09493388732.
R. Lokya Naik                Mobile Phone No.: 08978373120.

Regards,
M. Ramakrishna Naik
Posted on November 8, 2010-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Baba Hathiram Ji Mutt at Tirumala: Photos by Dr. Suraj Badtiya, New Delhi

Baba Hathiram Ji playing dice with Lord Venkateshwara: A Scene from the Sri Swamy Hathiram Ji Mutt at Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh. These photos sent us by Dr. Suraj Badtiya from New Delhi.

A sign board showing the name of the Mutt: Sri Swamy Hathiram Ji Mutt, Tirumala. This photo taken by Dr. Suraj Badtiya at his visit to the Baba Hathiram Ji Mutt, few months earlier.

Dr. Suraj Badtiya is standing in front of the Baba Hathiram Mutt, Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh.

Banjara Times is thankful to Dr. Suraj Badtiya for the photos of Baba Hathiram Mutt Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh.

Posted on November 8, 2010---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

PROUD OF GOAARS...

Dr. Mothilal Naik Banoth received "India Vision 2025" award

Dr. Mothilal Naik Banoth, A Banjara from A.P working as Civil Surgeon RMO, Chest Hospital, Hyderabad awarded National Vigyan Jyoti Award.

Honorable Minister Muniyappa honoring Dr. Mothilal Naik for his excellent, selfless service in the field of National Program for Control of Blindness.

A scene of Honor of Dr. Mothilal Naik Banoth: He is running a Trust named Tejyaji Memorial Trust.

Dr. Mothilal Naik is resident of Mahabubabad Parliamentary Constituency from where Porika Balram Naik is Member of Parliament.

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh: This is the news of pride for all Goaars that Dr. Mothilal Naik Banoth, A Banjara from A.P working as Civil Surgeon RMO, Chest Hospital, Hyderabad awarded National Vigyan Jyoti Award in the month of September, 2010 at Bangalore by Honorable Minister Muniyappa for his excellent, selfless service in the field of National Program for Control of Blindness.

Dr. Mothilal Naik Banoth is 46 years old and he is a son of Shri Tejyaji (Tejyaji Memorial Trust, Address: #301, Pranag Heights, Balaji Nagar, Gudimalkapur, Mehidipatnam, Hyderabad-500067).

Dr. Mothilal Naik Banoth has two sons Nikhil Teja & Nayan Teja.

Thanking You.
Regards,
Smt. Latha Naik Banoth,
Chairperson, Tejyaji Memorial Trust,
W/o Dr. Mothilal Naik,
R/o Mahabubabad (Parliamentary Constituency of Porika Balram Naik M.P., Warangal District, A.P.)
Posted on October 25, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Education is only way to get rid of powerty: Mohinder Ram Lalka (Vartia) Ghaziabad (U.P.)

Sir,

Myself Mohinder Ram Lalka (Vartia) from Panipat, Haryana and I am working in NTPC Ghaziabad, as DEPUTY MANAGER.

I would like to thanks the management team of "banjaratimes.com" website that they are running this service for our society.

Sir, I have some suggestions for the betterment of our Goaar Community, please upload them to our website Banjara Times.

1) EDOCATION IS ONLY WAY TO GET RID OF POVERTY, BECAUSE IN EARLIER TIMES DIFFERENT SOCIETIES HAVE ACCESS TO EDUCATION IN WHATEVER FORM, BUT THEY HAVE TODAY THEY ARE AHEAD OF US.

2) NO ONE CAN FEED ANY ONE FOR HIS ENTIRE LIFE NOT EVEN PARENTS. BUT AFTER GETTING EDUCATION IN SCIENCE, MEDICAL ETC. ANYONE CAN FEED HIMSELF AS WELL HIS FAMILY AND CAN HELP OTHERS.

3) OUR SOCIETY NEED A DEVELOPMENT CENTRE WHERE WE CAN GIVE COACHING IN SCIENCE SUBJECT, SO THAT OUR CHILDREN CAN BECOME ENGINEERS, DOCTORS.

4) IT CAN BECOME A BUSINESS FOR ANYONE OF US. THIRD PERSON WILL NOT TAKE ANY INTEREST TO DEVELOP OUR CHILDREN. THANKS.

MOHINDER RAM LALKA (VARTIA)
C/246, NTPC VIDYUTNAGAR, GHAZIABAD, UP-201008
Mobile Phone No.-09650995150.
COMPANY- NTPC (POWER GENERATION)
DEPUTY MANAGER
PERMANENT ADDRESS-PANIPAT, HARYANA
E-mail: mohinder_lalka@rediffmail.com
Posted on October 25, 2010-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Banjara Conference held at Rustamgarh Majra (Aligarh, U.P.) on October 12, 2010

Mrs. Jalaja Naik, Ex MLC, Karnataka adressing the Banjara Conference at Village Rustamgarh Majra, Bankner, Tehsil Khair, District Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh on October 12, 2010. This Banjara Conference was organized by All India Banjara Seva Sangh. Satish Chander Naik (Ph: 80945-16476) and Sanjay Naik (Ph: 96549-61220) were the main organizers of this Banjara Conference. Shri Jagir Singh Bartia from Punjab also seen in the picture.

Shri Amar Singh Tilawat, Ex Minister of Andhra Pradesh adressing the Banjara Conference at Village Rustamgarh Majra, Bankner, Tehsil Khair, District Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh on October 12, 2010. This Banjara Conference was organized by All India Banjara Seva Sangh. Shri Satish Chander Naik (Ph: 80945-16476) and Shri Sanjay Naik (Ph: 96549-61220) were the main organizers of this Banjara Conference. Prof. Madhukar Pawar (Akola, Maharashtra), Dr. T.C. Rathod (President Maharashtra Unit of AIBSS), Shri Jagir Singh Bartia (Punjab), Shri Sarban Singh Bhukya, Indore, Madhya Pradesh), Dr. M. Shankar Naik (President, All India Banjara Seva Sangh) also seen in the picture. Shri Satish Chander Naik is standing with Shri Amar Singh Tilawat.

A local leader of Banjaras adressing the Banjara Conference at Village Rustamgarh Majra, Bankner, Tehsil Khair, District Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh on October 12, 2010. This Banjara Conference was organized by All India Banjara Seva Sangh. Shri Satish Chander Naik (Ph: 80945-16476) and Shri Sanjay Naik (Ph: 96549-61220) were the main organizers of this Banjara Conference. Shri Dilraj Banjara (Gujarat), Dr. T.C. Rathod (President Maharashtra Unit of AIBSS), Shri Jagir Singh Bartia (Punjab), Shri Sarban Singh Bhukya, Indore, Madhya Pradesh), Dr. M. Shankar Naik (President, All India Banjara Seva Sangh), Shri Amar Singh Tilawat (Andhra Pradesh) and Shri Jagtar Singh Multani, Ex Minister, Punjab (President, Lubana Sikh Pratinidh Sabha) also seen in the picture.

Shri Babu Lal Udawat, (Makrana, Rajasthan), Shri Mukesh Sabana (President Youth Wing, AIBSS), Wife of Prof. Madhukar Pawar and other leaders seen in the picture taken of Banjara Conference at Village Rustamgarh Majra, District Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh.

A scene of gathering of Banjaras at Village Rustamgarh, Bankner, Tehsil Khair, District Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh on October 12, 2010.

A scene of gathering of Banjaras at Village Rustamgarh Majra, Bankner, Tehsil Khair, District Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh on October 12, 2010. This Banjara Conference was organized by All India Banjara Seva Sangh. Shri Satish Chander Naik (Ph: 80945-16476) and Shri Sanjay Naik (Ph: 96549-61220) were the main organizers of this Banjara Conference. Shri Dilraj Banjara (Gujarat), Dr. T.C. Rathod (President Maharashtra Unit of AIBSS), Shri Jagir Singh Bartia (Punjab), Shri Sarban Singh Bhukya, Indore, Madhya Pradesh), Dr. M. Shankar Naik (President, All India Banjara Seva Sangh), Shri Amar Singh Tilawat (Andhra Pradesh) and Shri Jagtar Singh Multani, Ex Minister, Punjab (President, Lubana Sikh Pratinidh Sabha) attended the Banjara Conference.
Posted on October 25, 2010-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

My Target is Black Belt: Karate Master Vicky Muchhaal, Italy

Karate Master Vicky Muchhaal from Italy practicing at his home in Italy. (Photo: Surinder Kumar Dharamsot, Italy)

Karate Master Vicky Muchhaal with his family (Mom, Dad, Little Sister and elder brother) in Italy. (Photo: Surinder Kumar Dharamsot, Italy)

Bergamo, Italy (Surinder Kumar Dharamsot): Young Goaar Karate Master Vicky Muchhaal is son of Joginder Pal Muchhaal. His family belongs to the Nawan Shahar City of Punjab. Currently his family living in Casazza, Bergamo, Italy. Vicky Muchhaal started Karate in the age of 7. Now he is 19 years old and he won too many awards in Karate Competitions i.e. Red Belt, White Belt, Yellow Belt. He is doing practice in his school. Vicky Muchhaal is very confident to win Black Belt in Karate. Banjara Times website have Well Wishes for him. Go Ahead Vicky, Goaars will proud of you!
Posted on October 25, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Proud of Goaars...

Shri Haribhau Rathod is sharing stage with Prime Minister of India Shri Manmohan Singh

Ex M.P. Shri Haribhau Rathod is sitting with Prime Minister of India Shri Manmohan Singh at the election rally in Bihar.

Ex M.P. Shri Haribhau Rathod (President Rashtriya Banjara Kranti Dal) is sitting with Prime Minister of India Shri Manmohan Singh at the election rally in Bihar. These photos sent us by a fan of Shri Haribhau Rathod.
Posted on October 25, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Delegation of All India Banjara Seva Sangh met to Rahul Gandhi (Gen. Secretary AICC)

Youth face of Indian National Congress, Shri Rahul Gandhi received memorandum from the delegation of All India Banjara Seva Sangh on October 13, 2010. Shri P. Balram Naik Congress M.P. from Andhra Pradesh was also the member of this delegation. Shri Rahul Gandhi Assured the AIBSS, he will discuss the demands of the delegation with the Prime Minister Shri Manmohan Singh Ji and Congress Chief Mrs. Sonia Gandhi Ji.

Dr. M. Shankar, President, All India Banjara Seva Sangh presenting a memorandum to Shri P. Balram Naik, M.P. at New Delhi at his residence on October 13, 2010. Shri Jagir Singh Bartia, Mrs. Jalaja Naik, Shri D. Rama Naik, Shri Jagtar Singh Multani also seen in the picture.

Shri P. Balram Naik, M.P. addressing the media persons at his New Delhi residence on October 13, 2010. Shri Jagir Singh Bartia and Shri Mukesh Sabana also seen in the picture.

Shri P. Balram Naik, M.P. addressing the media persons at his New Delhi residence on October 13, 2010. Dr. M. Shankar Naik, Shri Jagir Singh Bartia, Shri Surjeet Singh Samana, Shri Jagtar Singh Multani and Shri Mukesh Sabana also seen in the picture.

Shri P. Balram Naik, M.P. addressing the media persons at his New Delhi residence on October 13, 2010. Mrs. Jalaja Naik, Shri Jagir Singh Bartia, Shri Surjeet Singh Samana, Shri Amar Singh Tilawat, Shri Jagtar Singh Multani and Shri Mukesh Sabana also seen in the picture.

Dr. M. Shankar Naik, President, All India Banjara Seva Sangh addressing the media persons at the New Delhi Residence of Goaar M.P. Shri P. Balram Naik on October 13, 2010 after the meeting with Shri Rahul Gandhi (General Secretary, All India Congress Committee). Dr. T.C. Rathod (President, Maharashtra Unit of AIBSS), Shri Jagir Singh Bartia, Shri Mukesh Sabana (President Youth Wing, AIBSS), Shri Jagtar Singh Multani, Shri Amar Singh Tilawat also seen in the picture.

Shri Amar Singh Tilawat, Ex Minister of Andhra Pradesh addressing the media persons at the New Delhi Residence of Goaar M.P. Shri P. Balram Naik on October 13, 2010 after the meeting with Shri Rahul Gandhi (General Secretary, All India Congress Committee).

Dr. M. Shankar Naik, President, All India Banjara Seva Sangh and Shri P. Balram Naik M.P. at the New Delhi Residence of Goaar M.P. Shri P. Balram Naik on October 13, 2010 after the meeting with Shri Rahul Gandhi (General Secretary, All India Congress Committee). Dr. T.C. Rathod (President, Maharashtra Unit of AIBSS), Shri Jagir Singh Bartia, Shri Mukesh Sabana (President Youth Wing, AIBSS), Shri Jagtar Singh Multani, Shri Amar Singh Tilawat, Mrs. Jalaja Naik, Shri D. Rama Naik also seen in this group picture.

Posted on October 18, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------