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Updated On: 27 August, 2009 08:22 AM IST | | Chetan R
An association in Shanthinagar-Richmond Town area plans to douse the H1N1 scare with rituals and jokes during their Ganesh Chaturthi
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An association in Shanthinagar-Richmond Town area plans to douse the H1N1 scare with rituals and jokes during their Ganesh Chaturthi
A PART of Bangalore plans to take on the swine flu scare with a dose of laughter and rituals to deities.
The Shanthinagar-Richmond Town Shopkeepers' Association (SRTSA) is roping in comedians to spread awareness on H1N1 during their special Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations to be held at the Shanthinagar playground from October 2.
"H1N1 awareness is our priority this festive season," said R V Ramesh Yadav, president, SRTSA. "We have also chosen comedians this time since humour is an effective way to convey a message," he added.
Well-known comedians including mimicry artiste Dayanand, Bank Janardhan, Tabla Nani and Sudha Bargur will try and chase away the scare among residents through humorous talks and jokes.
A PART of Bangalore plans to take on the swine flu scare with a dose of laughter and rituals to deities.
The Shanthinagar-Richmond Town Shopkeepers' Association (SRTSA) is roping in comedians to spread awareness on H1N1 during their special Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations to be held at the Shanthinagar playground from October 2.
"H1N1 awareness is our priority this festive season," said R V Ramesh Yadav, president, SRTSA. "We have also chosen comedians this time since humour is an effective way to convey a message," he added.
Well-known comedians including mimicry artiste Dayanand, Bank Janardhan, Tabla Nani and Sudha Bargur will try and chase away the scare among residents through humorous talks and jokes.
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