Namaste and Greetings!
The Board of Trustees of India Cultural Center and Temple (ICCT) would like to sincerely thank all the families, friends, and individuals who attended and participated in the 16th Annual Ganesh Nimajjan Celebrations on September 20, 2026, and helped make the event a truly memorable occasion.
We could not have successfully conducted this mega event without the generous support and contributions of all our sponsors. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all the vendors who set up booths and showcased their merchandise for our visitors.
Our sincere thanks to all the regional organizations, teams, children, and cultural dance performers who entertained the community and created mesmerizing and unforgettable memories for everyone to cherish. Special thanks to DJ Rinku for providing a wonderful mix of music and songs throughout the celebration.
We would also like to extend our appreciation to MAB Chanda Melam and Maharashtra Dhol Tasha for their energetic and vibrant performances, which added tremendous spirit and enthusiasm to the celebrations.
A special thanks to Sri Uday Sripathi for his wonderful photography and for capturing the precious moments of the event with such beauty and detail. Our photographers are currently processing the pictures captured during the event, which will be posted on the ICCT website soon.
An event of this magnitude would not be possible without the help, commitment, and dedicated service of our volunteers from various teams, including Parking, Ganesha Clay Workshop, Audio and Media, and Cultural Programs, who devoted countless hours to planning and executing the many aspects of the celebration.
We sincerely thank the Food Team for preparing and serving a wonderful variety of Indian dishes for everyone.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the ICCT priests for their dedicated service and for performing the various poojas and religious ceremonies with devotion and reverence, helping bring spiritual significance and blessings to the celebrations.
ICCT would also like to express its heartfelt appreciation to the SCSO deputies, Emergency Medical Services, and the Private Security Group for their valuable support in helping ensure the safety, security, and well-being of everyone attending the event.
Last but certainly not least, special thanks to all the Laddu Auction Sponsors and the Stapathis for their dedication and craftsmanship in creating the magnificent and towering main Ganesha Murthi, which was the centerpiece of our celebration.
Thank you once again to everyone who contributed their time, talent, resources, and devotion to making the 16th Annual ICCT Ganesh Nimajjan Celebrations such a wonderful success.
We look forward to making future ICCT Ganesh Nimajjan celebrations even more meaningful and memorable with the continued support and active participation of everyone in the Mid-South community.
With sincere gratitude,
Board of Trustees
India Cultural Center and Temple (ICCT)
