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Tricity Seniors Celebrate October Birthdays with Joy and Togetherness

Darpan News Network / October 31, 2025

The Tricity Senior Citizens Association hosted a cheerful celebration with games, awareness talks, and community bonding at Sector 33, Chandigarh. Chandigarh: The Tricity Senior Citizens Association celebrated the birthdays of its members born in October with great enthusiasm at the Community Centre, Sector 33, Chandigarh. The monthly celebration was part of the association’s ongoing efforts to promote social engagement, emotional well-being, and an active lifestyle among senior citizens. Members from different parts of the Tricity gathered to enjoy an afternoon filled with learning, laughter, and lively interaction. The celebration began with a cheerful cake-cutting ceremony, where the October-born members were greeted with applause and warm wishes from everyone. The atmosphere turned more vibrant with Tambola and fun games that brought smiles and strengthened the spirit of togetherness. A major highlight of the event was an engaging financial awareness session conducted by Surinder Verma, Chairman of Citizens Awareness Group and a renowned financial expert. He shared valuable insights on safe banking, investment protection, digital fraud prevention, and various government and bank schemes designed for senior citizens. His practical advice on financial safety and informed decision-making proved highly beneficial for the participants. The event also featured a health awareness talk, focusing on elderly care during the winter season. Experts discussed the importance of boosting immunity, maintaining a balanced diet, doing light exercises, and preventing seasonal ailments such as joint pain, cold, and cough. They also emphasized hydration, regular medical check-ups, and adopting a healthy daily routine. The celebration concluded with a community lunch, fostering deeper bonds of friendship and mutual support among members. Rajinder Kaur Nimmi Sahdev, President of the Tricity Senior Citizens Association, appreciated the enthusiastic participation of members and the valuable contribution of guest speakers. “Through such monthly gatherings, our association aims to bring joy, awareness, and a sense of community into the lives of senior citizens,” she said. The event once again reflected the association’s mission — to create meaningful social connections while encouraging active, informed, and healthy living among elders in the Tricity.

Senior Citizens Celebrate October Birthdays with Joy in Chandigarh

The Senior Citizen Welfare Association celebrated the birthdays of members born in October with music, dance, and festive cheer. Chandigarh, October 18: The Senior Citizen Welfare Association, Chandigarh, celebrated the birthdays of its members born in October with great enthusiasm and joy at the Sector 37 Community Centre. The event brought together senior members for an afternoon filled with laughter, games, and lively celebrations. Around seven members who share October birthdays were honored during the program. The celebration began with a fun round of Tambola, a favorite activity among the association’s members. This was followed by a cake-cutting ceremony, where everyone joined in singing and cheering for their friends. Member Surinder Verma, whose birthday also falls in October, shared a heartfelt thought during the event. He said, “I celebrate my own birthday every year, but this time I wanted to celebrate the birthdays of all our October-born members together.” His gesture added a special sense of togetherness to the occasion. The association’s President Rajkumari Sharma and Secretary Virender Sharma appreciated Verma’s initiative and praised his efforts to spread happiness among fellow members. They highlighted how such community celebrations strengthen bonds and promote emotional well-being among senior citizens. The mood grew even more festive as members danced to old Bollywood songs and sang along, reliving cherished memories from their youth. The timing of the celebration, coinciding with the upcoming Diwali festival, added extra excitement and positivity. Members expressed that the dual celebration of birthdays and Diwali brought new energy and joy into their lives. The event concluded with a warm Diwali gesture, as all members lit sparklers (phuljhadis) together and exchanged greetings for the festival of lights. The Senior Citizen Welfare Association continues to organize such activities regularly, fostering companionship, joy, and a renewed zest for life among its members. Events like these reflect the vibrant spirit of Chandigarh’s elderly community, who continue to live life with enthusiasm and togetherness.