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Chamber director honoured at festival
Anjum Khan, director of Asian Business Chamber of Commerce (ABCC), has been honoured for her contribution to representing diverse cultures. She was presented with an ‘inspiring
woman’ award at the annual Birmingham Thyagaraja Festival (BTF), hosted at the Core Theatre in Solihull. The award was in recognition of her
Moeen Ali: Captain of Birmingham’s newest cricket team
England ace to lead
Birmingham team Moeen Ali has been named captain of Birmingham’s team for the first season of cricket’s new knockabout tournament, The Hundred. Ali will lead a star-studded team that includes
his World Cup-winning Birmingham colleague Chris Woakes, as well as upcoming England bowler Pat Brown and New Zealand captain Kane Williamson. He said: “Every time that I come to Edgbaston
it takes me back to some great first memories of coming here at a very young age. “We are lucky to have some of the best
players in the country in our squad but also some amazing overseas players, so we know that the cricket is going to be really exciting.” Ali has led Worcestershire Rapids to two finals
of another limited overs tournament, one of which led to a victory in 2018. The Hundred is a limited over format which is
being introduced in the hope of attracting a new generation of cricket fans.
contribution in bringing together business communities representing diverse cultures and encouraging diversity in leadership.
‘I am proud that such an event could be held in Solihull’
Anita Chumber, director of Birmingham
Awards, Melanie Palmer, operational and strategic lead at Solihull BID, Professor Clare Mackie, deputy vice-chancellor at Birmingham City University, and Swarnalakshmi Ravi, a student at Aston University, were also presented with awards in recognition of their contributions towards education, the business community and diversity. Alongside award presentations, the festival
also featured a number of Indian classical music and dance performances. The annual festival, organised by Shruthi
UK, in its sixth year is a celebration of Indian classical music and dance to commemorate the 173rd birthday of the South Indian saint and composer Thyagaraja. The festival is supported by the Consul
General of India in Birmingham and West Midlands Combined Authority, in partnership
Penny Appeal’s Peru adventure
Penny Appeal’s Haroon Mota has raised a massive £109,000 after leading a team of 28 trekkers up Peru’s Machu Picchu. The team climbed for four days, traversing
steep trails which reached more than 15,000ft. The trek raised £109,000 and will go to Penny
Appeal’s Emergency Response appeal, and will provide urgent aid to people who have been victims of conflict and disaster. Mr Mota said: “Being at one of the seven
wonders of the world was an incredible climax to an already phenomenal journey. Reaching Machu Picchu at the end of this trek was just breath- taking. “Standing at what felt like the top of the
world, I was in awe of the renowned Incan ruins, in awe of Peru’s natural beauty and in awe of the
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strength and determination of my fellow trekkers. “Peru is easily one of the most beautiful
places I have ever seen, and our trek through the Lares region only reminded me of all the blessings this world has to offer. It was an incredible journey, and an amazing adventure – one I’ll never forget. “It’s not just the trek that makes this journey
one for the records, but witnessing the amazing scenery, experiencing the culture and the delicious food, learning about the history of the Incas, meeting many of the indigenous people as we passed through the mountains and exploring the beautiful city of Cusco too. “It’s quite a special experience, which made this challenge unforgettable.”
with Touchwood, Solihull Chamber, Solihull BID and Asian Chamber of Commerce. Robert Elliot, president of Solihull Chamber,
said: “I was honoured, along with Samantha Frampton, and members of Solihull Chamber, to represent the Chamber at the Thyagaraja Festival. “I am proud that such an event could be held
in Solihull at the impressive Core Theatre in the heart of Touchwood. Proud that we could celebrate the rich cultural diversity enjoy across the West Midlands. To be able to recognise the achievements of Anita, Anjum, Melanie, and Clare was fitting of such an occasion.” Shruthi UK artistic director Dr Chithra Ramakrishnan said: “Festivals such as the BTF, strengthens the cultural collaboration between the UK and India, defining India’s culture and its national identity and help to sustain the Indian culture and heritage in the Midlands. “It enables successful partnerships and helps
people to connect and relate in a much better way through their culture and traditions.”
The trekkers at Machu Picchu
Recognition: Anjum Khan
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