Sunrise partners up with Vaisakhi In The Square

Sunrise Radio and Sunrise TV have been confirmed as the media partners for this year’s Mayor of London’s ‘Vaisakhi In The Square’ celebrations.

The event, now in its ninth year, attracts thousands of Londoners from all faiths, races and backgrounds for the festival of colour and spectacle, in the heart of London�۪s iconic Trafalgar Square.

The celebrations will start with prayers and messages for peace, followed by performances of traditional and modern Asian music and dance including Bollywood dancers and drummers. The festivities include various cultural activities for all ages, including stalls, interactive marquees, plus live music and entertainment by Sunrise Radio hosted by Sunrise Radio DJ�۪s, Deepa Rai, and Buzz Asia�۪s Bob B.

The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, said, “It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the ninth anniversary of Vaisakhi on the Square, a festival celebrated by Sikhs worldwide to mark the beginning of the Sikh New Year. Vaisakhi is an expression of Sikh values which include generosity and respect for others regardless of creed, race or gender and the event today is an opportunity for all Londoners and visitors to share in this special occasion. I would like to say Happy Vaisakhi to all Sikhs and wish everyone a great day at Trafalgar Square.”

The event takes place in Trafalgar Square, London on Sunday 15th May at midday and 18:00.