Indian and Bangladeshi communities taking part in parades to mark Qatar National Day in Asian Town. Pic: Abdul Basit/The Peninsula
Doha: A large number of people from expatriate communities from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other countries participated in the Associated Activities of Qatar National Day celebrations yesterday.
A parade by expatriates was held to celebrate Qatar National Day yesterday at Asian Town. Participants held Qatar National Flag and placards demonstrating love and loyalty to their host country, Qatar.
Participants said they were very proud of participating in the parade describing it as a golden opportunity to demonstrate their love for Qatar. “I participated with my four friends in the parade. I feel proud to be part of the parade and any other activities on the occasion of Qatar National Day,” Mohamad Abdul Jabar, a Bangladeshi national told The Peninsula.
“I have been participating in these activities for the last three years to celebrate Qatar National Day, and I am very happy to do so,” said Ahmad Abdussalam, an Indian national.
Abdussalam said that he will keep participating in the activities of Qatar National Day as long as he will be in Qatar.
The Cricket Stadium at Asian Town hosted yesterday a Twenty20 cricket match between Qatar local players and international players. The match attracted a large number of spectators.
A wide range of cultural events and musical performances were presented across the country including Wakra Sports Club, Barwa Al Baraha, Doha Stadium, Sri Lankan School in Doha, Barwa Village - Mukainis, Al Shahaniya, Lusail Sports Complex and Al Khor Barwa Workers Recreation Complex.
The Wakra Sports Club hosted cultural shows and special events by Indian-Malayali communities in Qatar. Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre showcased a variety of popular shows and demonstrations
The Wakra Football stadium hosted a wide variety of cultural fiesta and musical concerts in Punjabi, Pushto and Balochi languages by famous Pakistani artistes and singers. The Sri Lankan School also hosted cultural performances and shows by artists under Sri Lankan Coordination Committee.
