2015-Magazine - IndiansInKorea

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2015
Annual
Magazine
2015
Established in 2002, IIK is a non-profit organization with over 4700 members.
The organization mainly includes Indians living in Korea and Koreans who are
interested in India or Indian community. This group primarily composed of
engineering professionals, business persons, research fellows, students and
housewives. IIK upholds India’s umbrella of Unity in Diversity and intends to
make Indians feel at home and interact freely in Korea. Regardless of religion,
region, culture and language, doors of IIK are open for every Indian. With the
help of our lively discussion in group, meetings, get together parties, sociocultural activities and the best helping hands by each of the members in the
group, IIK wishes to provide every individual an open communication platform
to share experiences, social knowledge and simultaneously a feeling of
togetherness.
We are proud to be Indian ever since the significance of being an Indian is
known to every individual. We, in Korea, are for work, education, name and
fame of our country as well as our own. Any differentiation, disintegration
towards the great India must be kept at bay. Keeping in mind to raise our
country's name and fame as well as our own, we should help each other and
make our stay more comfortable in Korea.
CONTENTS
From our President
1-2
Winter Festival
3-4
Holi Hungama
5-6
Yeongdong-gun County Picnic
7-8
IIK Premier Cup 2015
9
IIK Cricket Club
10
Dandiya Night
11-12
Diwali Dhamaka
13-14
Books & Literature
15
Mission Vision Values
16
Board of Directors
17-18
From our President
“It all begins
when people
come together
as a community!
”
Dear Friends,
It gives me immense pleasure to present IIK Magazine 2015 showing
glimpse of events and efforts put in 2015.
Indians In Korea (IIK) is a biggest Indian association in Korea by Indians
and for people that have common interest and link to India. IIK’s
foundation has been strong because of vast inspiration & support from
community members.
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2015 started with adding new members to core team. New core team
members demonstrated their leadership skills and dedication toward
the Indian diaspora throughout the year. It was a successful year, with
the vision of serving Indian diaspora & improving relationship with our
Korean friends. Due to team work & dedicated efforts, IIK successfully
executed and completed 7 activities in 2015.
IIK’s relation with Korean friends became more stronger by
collaborating with Yeongdong-gun County introduced by Korea-India
Association (KOINA). IIK members were able to enjoy the natural
beauty and ancient Korean music through valuable support of
Yeongdong-gun County government. It was an another achievement
nail in IIK’s portfolio. IIK successfully completed 1 year MoU term with
KOINA, by helping Korean organization to recruit Indian talents in and
outside Republic of Korea.
IIK maintained its trademark of being creative / unique in event format
by introducing “Diwali Mela” on the occasion of Diwali celebration. IIK
Cricket Club demonstrated best Cricket skills by grabbing runner-up
position in ICA T20 Incheon Cup. Year on Year IIK Events & Cricket
team is elevating its level.
Activities were not limited to fun and get-together, but also joining
hands to raise descent amount to support Chennai flood devastation.
IIK organized fund raising campaign together with other Indian
associations in Korea, collected amount was distributed among
various NGOs and Individuals working in field to help flood victims.
IIK’s vision for 2016 is to –
1. Develop stronger core team.
2. Get closer to each Indian association in Korea.
3. Develop healthy relationship with Korean friends.
4. Develop healthy relationship with Government institutions.
Mr. Dwarkaprasad Dayama
President, Indians In Korea
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Jaraseom Winter Festival
February 1, 2015
The best of Korea’s winter festivals are seen once the rivers freeze and the snow covers the mountains. After IIK Diwali 2015 event,
IIK organized a IIK Winter Festival 2015- "Jarasom shingshing Winter Festival (자라섬 씽씽겨울축제)" for Indian diaspora to enjoy
the winter in Korea on February 1, 2015. It is the largest winter festival in metropolitan area, the Jaraseom Singsing Winter Festival
is held around early January to early February every year.
More than 40 guests from different parts of Korea joined this event. Staying safe on the snow is so important – things can go
wrong in an instant, so it was vital that anyone who ventures out into the snow and ice is prepared for emergency so IIK has
provided safety tips for the participants. It was great to see such a huge turnout – an indication that people genuinely are
interested in playing it safe on the frozen river and snow. Participants enjoyed Ice fishing for trout, snow bumper, snow sledding,
ice sledding, ATV bike riding etc. fun filled activities with their families. Snow sculptures, ice trees with ice flowers, icicle fall, and
igloo café are one of the main attractions installed around the ice square. Journey from Seoul to winter festival venue was enjoyed
by the participants with exciting activities like antakshari, singing, games (housie presented by Mr. Dwarka) and ended in an
excellent day.
Participants
enjoying ATV bike
riding
Enjoyed at
Gapyeong-eup,
Gapyeong-gun,
Gyeonggi-do
IIK Team at
Jarasom shingshing
Winter Festival
Family time with
ice bumper rides,
ice fishing, ice
sledding on frozen
river
Participants
enjoying ATV bike
riding and ice
sledding on small
bikes
It’s time for group
picture and snow
games
Ice sledding on
frozen river
Fun on snow hill
3
4
Holi was played at Hangang park, Ichon, Seoul on a sunny winter morning with over 250 guests.
With professional music system and huge bags full of color, it was a blast!
Holi Hungama
Post Holi dancing, there we 2 games – the Couple Handcuff and the Tug of war. None of the couples
could solve the Couple Handcuff game. Tug of war was surprisingly won by our young girls team
(below 15 years). Yes, even tough boys tasted dust. Go girl go!!
March 08, 2015
Fresh Indian thali was served by Royal India restaurants.
Enjoyed at
Our
international
guests had
an unique
experience
Hangang park,
Seoul
University
guest
‘colored’ by
friends
Family time!
First holi of
our cute
guest
Why should
boys have all
the fun?
Our lensman clearing
the view
point
Sumptuous
Indian thali
for lunch
Young girls
were the
‘Thug’ of war
after winning
all rounds!
Couples get
entangled
Too tired!
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6
Yeongdong-gun
County Picnic
July 25, 2015
IIK Yeongdong-gun County picnic was on a sunny summer Saturday. A total of 43 guests visited Yeongdong County which
is very popular for Korean classical music (Gugak), wine and high-quality fruits (grapes, persimmon, pear, apple and
peach).
Wine Korea is the biggest wine factory in Korea and producer of Chateau Mani. Guests were given a detailed explanation
on how wine is manufactured, packed and stored. This was followed by a relaxing wine pedicure & wine tasting. Members
enjoyed potluck lunch at Songho site (famous for its pine tree forest). After lunch, visitors were allowed to pluck juicy
peaches directly from trees at the fruit farm.
The final part of the trip was visit to Nangye Korean Traditional Music Experience Center. Guests had a very special
opportunity to play and experience Korean traditional instruments, after the wonderful Korean music concert.
A Saturday full of new experiences!
Enjoyed at
Yeongdonggun, North
Chungcheong
Province
Fresh
peaches –
right from
the tree
Monastery
Wine cellar
Fun filled
games in the
bus
Mr. Choi
explaining
how wine is
made and
allowed to
mature
Wine tasting
Wine gallery
Traditional
Korean lunch
Wine
pedicure
Guinne
Book –
World’
largest
Traditional
Korean
musical
concert
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Learning
how to play
traditional
Korean
musical
instruments
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IIK Premier Cup 2015
IIK Cricket Club
October 2015
Multiple tournaments
The action filled annual IIK Premier Cup 2015 was played among 10 teams, each having 11
players. There were a total of 110+ players. Each innings was composed of 8 overs.
The following were the tournament results:
Winner -Pune Warriors
Runner Up -Samsung Warriors
Initially, IIK started playing cricket in Korea as “Lions Indian” which was then renamed as IIK
Cricket Club. IIKCC is involved in playing and promoting quality and disciplined cricket.
IIKCC currently participates in 2 competitions. One of them is GCL (Gyeonggi Cricket
League) organized by KCA. GCL is a 20 overs competition played at Incheon Asian game
cricket stadium (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yeonhui_Cricket_Ground) comprised with
12 teams mainly from Seoul, Incheon and Suwon area.
The other league is organized by Incheon Cricket Association (ICA) supported by Incheon
city council. It is played within selected top ranked teams from India, Korea, Pakistan and
Sri Lanka. We are proud to say that IIKCC became the runner up beating both Korea and Sri
Lanka.
Played at
Currently IIKCC team is sponsored by Ssangyong motor South Korea (www.smotor.com/) ,
thanks to Sundararajan Rangarajan for helping IIKCC to communicate and help us getting
sponsor. IIKCC team is lead by Mr. Rangarajan and managed by Mr. Maidul Islam. To know
more about IIKCC and get in touch with us, please join our Facebook page IIK Cricket Club
(IIKCC) https://www.facebook.com/groups/391985910823684/
University of
Suwon
Winning team:
Pune Warriors
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10
Dandiya Night
October 18, 2015
Dandiya is traditional folk dance of Western India, specially performed during Navaratri festival in October. Among the
several forms of Raas, the most popular one is "Dandiya Raas", which is performed during Navratri. In fact, it holds a
significant place in Navratri celebrations. It is known for setting the festive mood. Traditionally, Dandiya Raas is
performed after aarti (ritual of worshipping the deity).
The IIK in collaboration with Indian Students association in Seoul National University organized Dandiya Night 2015 at
SNU on October 18, 2015. Program started with the worshipping the deity ‘Durga Mata’ followed by dance
performances. Indians as well as other international community participants enjoyed this Dandiya night with non-stop
Dancing, Gujrati folk music with Bollywood tit bits, electrifying energy, captivating beats, bright costumes and of course
the cling clang of the new age Dandiya sticks! Garba dance competition was thoroughly enjoyed by the performers as
well as the spectators and was one the entertaining and exciting experiences for everyone and finally culminating in to
stage-shaking free style bollywood freestyle followed by a delicious Indian buffet.
Enjoyed at
Seoul National
University,
Gwanak
campus, Seoul
Garba,
Dandiya,
bollywood
dance and full
on masti
Our IIK President
with his family
Guests and
Participants
enjoying Dandiya
night
Garba Dance
performance
Dance and masti at
Dandiya night
Garba Dance
competition and
winners with the
trophy and awards
Non-stop music,
dancing, bollywood
dance and an
awesome
atmosphere
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Dandiya
performance
at its best,
enjoyed by
everyone
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IIK celebrated the divine Diwali with over 500 Indian and international guests at the Sungkyunkwan University,
Suwon.
Diwali Dhamaka
November 7, 2015
The event was divided into two parts – indoor performances followed by an outdoor mela. There were over 15
stalls serving mouth-watering food like pani-puri, bread bhajiyas, dosa, jalebi, vada pav, dabeli, chicken rolls, hot
tea, etc. Stalls were set-up by individuals as well as professional restaurants like Chakraa, Nila, etc.
Kids had a blast at the games stalls. Over 2 dozen gifts were up for grabs – microwave, juicer, toasters as well as
Air India ticket!
Honorable
Chief Guest,
Ambassador
Mr. Vikram
Doraiswami
Celebrated at the
admirable
Sungkyunkwan
University,
Suwon
Women in
traditional
attire
teasing
the
camera
Young
Kumaris
dancing
Fashion
show
Little dost
interacting
with host
Bread
bhajiyas
Winners
receiving
prizes
Kid having a
blast at
games stall
Host
entertaining
the guests
Live dosa
Pani-puris
Youngster
lost in the
party mood
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Carnival
games
Traditional
performance
Over 2 dozen
gifts won by
guests,
including
microwave,
juicer, Air
India tickets
Guests
networking
and enjoying
in the
outdoor area
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Books & Literature
Mission & Values
Mission:
Author: Skand R. Tayal
Publisher: Routledge, Taylor &
Francis Group
Pages: 293
Price: Rs.795
Examining the underlying logic of the
strategic and economic partnership
between the Republic of Korea and
India, this book is the first detailed
study of the numerous facets —
cultural,
economic,
people-topeople, and strategic — of
blossoming relations between two
major Asian democracies.
This comprehensive survey documents the interaction between the two
governments, relying on facts and hitherto unpublished original records
provided by India's Ministry of External Affairs; offers an illuminating account
of India's active role as a neutral party in the post-Second World War events
of the Korean War and the division of the Korean Peninsula; and provides a
vision of the future direction of India–Korea relations. The author also shares
candid observations of Korean society and its people during his service as
Ambassador of India in Seoul.
The work will be useful to policy makers as well as students of politics and
international relations, strategic studies, economics, and contemporary world
history.
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1. Help Indians to make their life easy in Korea by providing useful
information at one place.
2. Strive to create a positive image for India through
transformational thinking and creative contribution.
3. Recognize achievements of India & Indian community and their
impact on Korean society and economy.
4. Provide an outlet for spreading group & personal creative
expressions and experiences.
5. Promote ideas to create a sense of mutual openness and trust
between Koreans and Indians.
6. Help to resolve common recurring social, professional, medical,
and any other miscellaneous problems and issues of IIK
members.
7. Maintain the unity among all the Indians living in Korea by
keeping them connected at one platform.
8. Keep the rich Indian culture alive by arranging various cultural
events and get-together.
Values:
To act as a source of transformative wisdom, and promote
transformative thinking and leadership among the Indian
community. To help in recognition of hidden potential and find ways
to manifest and leverage the potential in each individual. To bring
focus on Interdependence and synergy of collective wisdom of NRIs
towards realizing India's hidden potential.
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Board of Directors
Dwarkaprasad Dayama
President
Partha Pratim De
IT Team
Jagadish Gumudu
IT Team
Navneet Basutkar
Treasurer and Secretary
Maidul Islam
Sports
Sureshkumar Manthiriyappan
Event Management
Dr. Shivraj Hariram Nile
Event Management
Dr. Santosh J. Sacket
Event Management
Dr. Ganesh Ashokrao Sable
Event Management
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Rohidas Arote
Vice President
Ronak Narendra Totlani
Event Management
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