19 April 2009: Vesakhi Mela 2009 was a huge success, with an estimated 10,000 people attending! It was a fun-filled day for everyone and there was lots to do. As with every year, the Carnival Games and the Children's Corner was a hit with adults and children alike; there were food stalls selling all sorts of delicacies, as well as Cultural Shows, the SKA Idols finals and Grand Lucky Draws! Organisers were pleased to note that the Mela also attracted a large number of non-Punjabi visitors - showing that the Mela is indeed a community event for all Singaporeans.

The festivities also included performances by local talents as well as the most prominent vocalist of recent times from the UK, Manak-E. Lut ke Gayee, was the biggest bhangra track of 2008.

Stage Performances

(top-left) Outstanding Sikh students pose for a memorable photoshot with President Nathan ans SKA's president, Mr Balbeer Singh. (top-right) Bhangra artists entertaining the crowds with the dance of Punjab. (bottom) Performance by children. 

Sports Carnival

Sport competitions such as kabaddi, soccer and hockey are hugely popular every year, attracting many participants.

Wedding House Heritage Corner

This year, the ladies wing and cultural committee set up a special Wedding Heritage House corner to showcase traditional Punjabi wedding decorations, customs and gift items. There was even a bride in full wedding attire! The last photo in the gallery below shows the First Lady and other VIPs being entertained with a wedding celebratory dance & song.