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Leeds Mayor Honours Indian-origin dancer

Chiragi Solanki is conducting workshops and classes for the elderly communities to keep them healthy. She also helps children with special needs in school, for their well-being through dance activities … reports Asian Lite News

Mayor of an English province honours Bollywood choreographer and dancer Chragi Solanki. The Lord Mayor of Leeds lauds the contribution of Chiragi to popularise Indian dance forms among the communities in the region.

The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Asghar Khan presented Chiragi with the community award in recognition of her work. Chiragi is promoting Indian dance forms through her forum British Indian Bollywood Arts (BiBa). She is also working as Cultural Secretary at Leeds Hindu Temple; Artistic Coordinator at Haqooq: Aspire for More.

Chiragi is conducting workshops and classes for the elderly communities to keep them healthy. She also helps children with special needs in school, for their well-being through dance activities.

She is also organising, afternoon tea in the civic hall to raise money for Lord mayor’s charity.

The Lord mayor asked about Chiragi’s works as a dance teacher and fitness enthusiast. She has been conducting classes and workshops for over 26 years. These classes lead to the physical and mental well-being of all age groups, including the elderly.

Lord Mayor of Leeds Counsellor Asghar Khan with Chiragi Solanki

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