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Know Your Immigration Rights

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Immigration Reform: H1-B Visa Program

Current Status of H-1B Visa: The H-1B Visa is a non-immigrant visa classification for temporary employment in a specialty occupation with qualifying US Company. Currently, the H-1B Visa Program remains the same as it has been over the decade, although like in the past, there are several proposed bills pending with the House of Representatives to revise and revamp the H-1B Visa Program.

Know Your Immigration Rights

Everyone living in the United States has certain basic rights under the U.S. Constitution. According to the 14th Amendment: “All persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside.

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Dear Readers,

Every year, our May issue is about Immigration, which is especially timely given that immigration has been a very controversial topic. During the last two years, many politicians including President Trump, have made statements about immigrants, especially illegal immigrants, building wall against US- Mexico border, and sanctuary cities. Reform of immigrations laws and policy has been at the forefront of President Trump’s agenda. After taking office, he revised some of the statements made during the presidential campaign. Many Desh-Videsh readers are first generation immigrants or children of first generation immigrants. Many of us are either US citizens or green card holders; however, many new arrivals are in the country on student visas or H1 visas and may be impacted by upcoming changes in immigration policies.

This issue features articles on upcoming changes to immigration law, including H1-B visas. Mainstream media, South Asian publications, and bloggers, offer their interpretation of the facts creating confusion and frustration among immigrant communities, including our own. There has been some discrepancy in the reporting of salary requirements for H1-B applicants. For those with questions about changes in the law, it is best to consult documents released by the administration* or with an immigration attorney rather than rely on hearsay.

It should be noted that President Trump is in favor of changing the way visas are currently awarded. He points out, “Right now H-1B visas are awarded in a totally random lottery and that’s wrong. Instead, they should be given to the most skilled and highest paid applicants and they should never, ever be used to replace Americans.” Large, established corporations have an advantage within this system as they can submit a larger number tickets into the system. As such, the owner of a smaller IT firm would not have much of a chance to secure an H1-B visa for a potential employee. Though the topic is a controversial one, I’m sure many of our community members would advocate a review of the H1-B program to make the process more transparent and easy to navigate. Happy reading,

Raj Shah Managing Editor

*For links to the press release and documents released by the administration, please visit www.deshvidesh.com.

By Shilpa Jadwani, Esq. Associate Attorney Neera Bahl & Associates, LLC

Current Status of H-1B Visa The H-1B Visa is a non-immigrant visa classification for temporary employment in a specialty occupation with qualifying US Company. Currently, the H-1B Visa Program remains the same as it has been over the decade, although like in the past, there are several proposed bills pending with the House of Representatives to revise and revamp the H-1B Visa Program. Every year there are 65,000 new H-1B Visas available in the Bachelor’s Quota and an additional 20,000 new H-1B Visas available in the Master’s Quota for Candidates that possess a Master’s Degree from a US Institution. The quota is generally open for the first 5 business days of April every year. Over the last several years, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (more commonly known as “USCIS”) receive over 300,000 applications for the

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new 85,000 H-1B Visas available every year. For the Fiscal Year 2018 Quota, which just passed in April 2017, USCIS received 199,000 applications for the 85,000 available visas. USCIS conducts a lottery every year to determine which 85,000 applications will be accepted for processing (meaning assigned to an Officer to determine approvability based on the merits of the application) and the rest not picked in the lottery will be returned to

Petitioners along with their Filing Fees. Making it through the lottery and being accepted for processing is only the first hurdle that one must cross to be one step closer to obtaining an H-1B Visa. The next hurdle is to prove beyond a preponderance of the evidence that the Compa ny and the Candidate qualify for the Visa based on the documentation and evidence submitted. Not all 85,000 applications that are picked up for processing are approved.

Proposed Changes to the H-1B Visa Program Republican Representative Darrel Issa of California introduced a bill in the House of Representatives the first week of January 2017 to make changes to the H-1B Visa Program. Under his bill, any company paying an H-1B Visa Holder less than $100,000 will have to show that they could not hire American Workers for the same jobs. This bill, like current regulations, would only apply to Companies with more than 50

employees and for whom H-1B workers make up 15% or more of the total work force. Democratic Representative Zoe Lofgren, also from California, has drafted what she states is a “more comprehensive” bill that would award visas by which Employers offer the highest salaries. Under both the current and Issa’s proposals visas

are awarded by a random computer lottery system. Representative Lofgren’s bill will also propose changes to how permanent visas are awarded, eliminating limits allocated by Country. However, Rep. Lofgren’s bill has not yet been introduced, unlike Rep. Issa’s bill which is currently pending before the House of Representatives.

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A Bill is Not the Law There are several processes and procedures that must take place before a proposed bill becomes a law. Knowing and understanding this process can limit the anxiety and panic among foreign nationals in the US who may be affected by any changes. In order for a bill to become a law, it must be approved by a majority of the House of Representatives first. Then it is passed on to the Sen-

About the Author Shilpa Jadwani, Associate Attorney at Neera Bahl & Associates, earned her JD from John Marshall Law School, her Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Psychology from Seton Hall University, and a Certificate in Paralegal Studies for Farleigh Dickinson University. Shilpa holds the CALI for Excellence Award in Immigration Law. Shilpa has over five years of collective hands-on experience in Immigration Law and her specialty is employment based classifications (H1Bs, L-1s, I-140, etc.) and victim based petitions (U-Visa, Violence Against Women Act, etc.). For more information, visit www.bahllaw.com or call (770) 622-1511.

ate, where it must also be approved by a majority and lastly it must be approved and signed by the President of the United States. While the bill is pending with each the House and the Senate, each cabinet assigns experts and specialists to review the bill and provide feedback

and suggestions for changes. Therefore, the proposed bill you see in the beginning of the process is likely not the final bill which will be passed because along the way, the House Committee and the Senate Committee will have made changes as they see fit.

veryone living in the United States has certain basic rights under the U.S. Constitution. According to the 14th Amend-

ment: “All persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.” It is the word “person” that connects the dots of “due process” and “equal protection” in the 14th Amendment to the U.S Constitution, and it is those five words that make the Constitution of the United States and its 14th amendment one of the most important political documents. Therefore, “Aliens,” legal and illegal, have the full panoply of constitutional protections.

UNDOCUMENTED

If you are undocumented and immigration (ICE) agents knock on your door, know that you have the following rights: ● You do not have to open the door or let the officers into your home unless they have a valid search warrant signed by a judge. ● An ICE deportation warrant is not the same as a search warrant. If this is the only document they have, they cannot legally come inside unless you verbally agree to let them in. ● If the officers say they have a search warrant signed by a judge, ask them to slide it under the door or hold it up to a window so you can see it.

● If the warrant does not have your correct

name and address on it and is not signed by a judge you do not have to open the door or let them inside. ● If at any point you decide to speak with the officers, you do not need to open the door to do so. You can speak to them

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through the door or step outside and close the door. You have the right to remain silent. You do not need to speak to the immigration officers or answer any questions. If you are asked where you were born or how you entered the United States, you may refuse to answer or remain silent. If you choose to remain silent, say so out loud. You may show a know-your-rights card to the officer that explains that you will remain silent and wish to speak to a lawyer. You may refuse to show identity documents that say what country you are from. Do not show any false documents and do not lie.

● You have the right to speak to a lawyer ● If you are detained or taken into custody, ● ●

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you have the right to immediately contact a lawyer. Even if you do not have a lawyer, you may tell the immigration officers that you want to speak to one. If you have a lawyer, you have the right to talk to them. If you have a signed Form G-28, which shows you have a lawyer, give it to an officer. If you do not have a lawyer, ask an immigration officer for a list of pro bono lawyers. You also have the right to contact your

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● consulate. The consulate may be able to

assist you in locating a lawyer. ● You can refuse to sign any/all paperwork until you have had the opportunity to speak to a lawyer.

● If you choose to sign something without

speaking to a lawyer, be sure you understand exactly what the document says and means before you sign it.

LEGAL PERMANENT RESIDENTS AND VALID VISA HOLDERS

Always carry any valid immigration document you have with you.

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If you have a valid visa, work permit, or green card, be sure to have it with you in case you need to show it for identification purposes.

If you are 18 or older, you do have to carry your green card with you. Section 264(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (I.N.A.) requires all lawful permanent resi-

dents (LPRs) to have “at all times” official evidence of LPR status.

• Failure to have your green card with you is

a misdemeanor and if you are found guilty you can be fined up to $100 and put in jail for up to 30 days. (I.N.A. Section 264(e).) A copy is not good enough, because the law does not use the word “copy” or refer to “other evidence” of LPR status.

U.S. CITIZENS

U.S. citizens (by birth or naturalization) are not required to carry proof of their citizenship status. However, quite a number of naturalized citizens are fearful and uncertain given the present immigration climate. Even though it is not a requirement, quite a number of naturalized U.S. Citizens as well as those born here who are of a certain ethnic background are carrying evidence such as a copy of their U.S. passports or U.S. passport cards.

About the Author

Manju Kalidindi, Esq., earned her law degree from Hamline University School of Law, in St. Paul, MN. She is a member of The Florida Bar and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. Manju is well-versed in immigration law, focusing primarily on employment and family-based immigration. She has been recognized for her exceptional pro bono service by the Supreme Court of Florida in 2010. Broward Lawyers Care announced her as the November 2012 Attorney of the month for providing high quality legal representation to their clients. Ms. Kalidindi currently serves as the President of SAHARA of South Florida (www.saharafl. org), a non-profit organization which provides assistance to victims of domestic violence in South Asian communities. For more information, visit www.immigrationassociates.net or call (954)723-9105.

New US Executive Order Impacts Indian Outsourcing World The recent Executive Orders that stresses on ‘Buy American, Hire American’ and asks for a review of the H1-B visa system has many hitting the panic button. By Taniya Talukdar

ince Donald Trump assumed office in the White House, many people have been waiting on pins and needles to hear about his many reform ideas. One such idea being the Executive Orders that he recently signed stressing his ‘Buy American, Hire American’ agen30

da. This order emphasizes hiring American workers instead of getting skilled laborers from other countries to work for a lesser rate. The order also calls for the review of the H1-B visa that allows companies to temporarily employ skilled foreign workers in the US. These ac-

tions have led to people feeling insecure and unsure about their future on American soil largely because America has always been viewed as an immigrant country. Without any substantive changes made yet, this recent move has managed to have

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That the outcome of the review might affect the spouses of H1-B visa holders isn’t lost on them. One such spouse on conditions of anonymity says, “Spouses of H1-B visa holders get an H4 dependent visa and it doesn’t give them the power to work. Because of that they can’t

a psychological effect on the many Indians who are here on H1-B visas. “I think there is a negative impact, psychologically, on the way Indians view US immigration. The idea that the US is a welcoming community, ready to embrace the positive benefits that legal, skilled workers bring to the country no longer rings true. There is an overwhelming narrative that is unfortunately perpetuated by the media outlets and what should be business leaders in our community, that foreign workers contribute little to the booming US economy in spite of empirical data showing otherwise,” informs Ann K. Cun, an immigration lawyer. Balaji Gupta, a software professional, who has been in the US for two and a half years on an H1-B visa says, “I don’t think it’s going to affect directly yet but there’s a surprise everyday. I was in the process of applying for an H1-B visa for my wife but I have put a stop to it at the moment as we’re not sure yet what will come out of the review. Though I feel that it will mostly affect workers from the lower income group, if at all it does.”

have bank accounts or social security numbers. However, in 2015, under President Barack Obama’s administration, certain spouses were allowed to work under the H4EAD rule. It stated that anyone who had an I-140 approved could obtain a work permit. But this might change if

there are changes proposed and approved after the review.” Upon further review, the situation is not as grim as it seems. All’s not lost yet as the order hasn’t set a deadline for the review, nor does it suggest any changes to the program yet. Viswa Alluri, who is also on an H1-B visa in the US, has a positive approach towards this. He says, “I don’t see anything that is going to impact H1-B holders with the recent executive orders. It is an order to USCIS and other officials to investigate more into the program and try to stop abusing it.” Cun believes the latest Executive Order might not really be clear in terms of the outcome. She says, “It is very vague in providing guidance to federal agencies on the specif-

ics and the timelines in which the President would like to see reforms to the H-1B program. While there was a lot of fanfare surrounding the announcement last week, the substantive guidance that the public is seeking is sorely missing. President Trump has essentially asked various federal agencies to conduct an internal review, provide reports and make recommendations on how to streamline the H-1B program. It can hardly be said to be a road map for any meaningful reform.” “It’s always recommended to read reliable news sources about immigration-related events rather than relying on word-of-mouth rumors about what may or may not happen,” she signs off.

2017 Immigration Reform: Additional Information Given the impact of current immigration reform on our community, Desh-Videsh has compiled additional background information on the topic. Please visit Desh-Videsh (www.deshvidesh.com) online for a detailed look at the information. In cases of questions or clarification, please be sure to consult an immigration attorney. Immigration Statistics: Data by the Pew Research Center Background Briefing on Buy American, Hire American Executive Order “Immigration projected to drive growth in U.S. working-age population through at least 2035.” (Pew Research Center) 34

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The Other One Percent: Indians in America (Modern South Asia) by Sanjoy Chakravorty, Devesh Kapur and Nirvikar Singh One of the most remarkable stories of immigration in the last half century is that of Indians to the United States. People of Indian origin make up a little over one percent of the American population now, up from barely half a percent at the turn of the millennium. Not only has its recent growth been extraordinary, but this population from a developing nation with low human capital is now the most-educated and highest-income group in the world’s most advanced nation. The Other One Percent is a careful, data-driven, and omprehensive account of the three core processes-selection, assimilation, and entrepreneurship-that have led to this rapid rise. This unique phenomenon is driven by-and, in turn, has influenced-wide-ranging changes, especially the on-going revolution in information technology and its impact on economic globalization, immigration policies in the U.S., higher education policies in India, and foreign policies of both nations.

Becoming American, Being Indian: An Immigrant Community in New York City By Madhulika S. Khandelwal Since the 1960s the number of Indian immigrants and their descendants living in the United States has grown dramatically. During the same period, the makeup of this community has also changed—the highly educated professional elite who came to this country from the subcontinent in the 1960s has given way to a population encompassing many from the working and middle classes. In her fascinating account of Indian immigrants in New York City, Madhulika S. Khandelwal explores the ways in which their world has evolved over four decades. How did this highly diverse ethnic group form an identity and community? Drawing on her extensive interviews with immigrants, Khandelwal examines the transplanting of Indian culture onto the Manhattan and Queens landscapes. She considers festivals and media, food and dress, religious activities of followers of different faiths, work and class, gender and generational differences, and the emergence of a variety of associations.

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The Immigrant: A Novel by Manju Kapur In a world of rapidly changing values and traditions, an Indian woman enters into an arranged marriage to a man she barely knows and moves to distant Canada. Thirty-year-old Nina is an English teacher living alone in Jangpura, India. With diminishing prospects, she agrees to an arranged union. Her groom is the Indian-born Ananda, who lives in Canada. He once dreamed of becoming a doctor but settled for dentistry. He is lonely, and also in want of a spouse. Their life together is not what either expected. Unable to find work teaching in Nova Scotia, Nina takes a job at the local library. Ananda is troubled by his own response to the sexual aspects of their relationship. Assimilating into a new culture pales in comparison to the trials of marriage—its ups and downs, its inevitable compromises . . . and the temptations of illicit passion. Love, Loss, and What We Ate: A Memoir By Padma Lakshmi

A vivid memoir of food and family, survival and triumph, Love, Loss, and What We Ate traces the arc of Padma Lakshmi’s unlikely path from an immigrant childhood to a complicated life in front of the camera—a tantalizing blend of Ruth Reichl’s Tender at the Bone and Nora Ephron’s Heartburn. Long before Padma Lakshmi ever stepped onto a television set, she learned that how we eat is an extension of how we love, how we comfort, how we forge a sense of home—and how we taste the world as we navigate our way through it. Shuttling between continents as a child, she lived a life of dislocation that would become habit as an adult, never quite at home in the world. And yet, through all her travels, her favorite food remained the simple rice she first ate sitting on the cool floor of her grandmother’s kitchen in South India. Poignant and surprising, Love, Loss, and What We Ate is Lakshmi’s extraordinary account of her journey from that humble kitchen, ruled by ferocious and unforgettable women, to the judges’ table of Top Chef and beyond. It chronicles the fierce devotion of the remarkable people who shaped her along the way, from her headstrong mother who flouted conservative Indian convention to make a life in New York, to her Brahmin grandfather—a brilliant engineer with an irrepressible sweet tooth—to the man seemingly wrong for her in every way who proved to be her truest ally.

Namasté America: Indian Immigrants in an American Metropolis by Padma Rangaswamy At some point during the 1990s, the size of the Asian Indian population in the United States surpassed the one million mark. Today’s Indians in America are a diverse group. They come from every state in India as well as from around the globe: England, Canada, South Africa, Tanzania, Fiji, Guyana, and Trinidad. They also belong to many religious faiths, including Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Jainism, Christianity, and Zoroastrianism. Many have high professional skills and are fluent in English and familiar with Western culture. They have settled throughout the United States, largely in metropolitan areas. Namasté America tells this story of Indian immigrants in America, focusing on one of the largest communities found in Chicago.

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2017 Ellis Island Medal of Honor: South Asian Recipients

ach year, the National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations (NECO) presents the Ellis Island Medal of Honor to native-born and naturalized US citizens who “embody the spirit of America in their celebration of patriotism, tolerance, brotherhood and diversity.” Awarded to a select group of individuals, the Ellis Island Medal of Honor acknowledges the immigrant experience and recognizes the accomplishments made by these individuals across fields. This year is no different than previous years in that several prominent South Asian received the prestigious award. Dr. Adil H. Haider, MD, MPH, FACS: Dr. Haider is a trauma surgeon, public health researcher, and the Kessler Director of Center for Surgery and Public Health at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School.

Indra Nooyi: PepsiCo CEO since 2006 and chairman since 2007, Nooyi has since become a champion for diversity and women’s rights.

Dr Annapoorna S Kini: Dr. Kini is a cardiologist and Professor of Cardiology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. Dinesh Paliwal: Paliwal has served as the president and CEO at Harman International Industries since July 2007 and later became the chairman in 2008. Yashvant Patel • Mohan H Patel

Fareed Zakaria : Zakaria is an author, host of CNN’s Fareed Zakaria GPS, and columnist for The Washington Post.

2017 International Recipients The International Ellis Island Medal of Honor is given to individuals and organizations that contribute to the betterment of the global community. Amir A. Dossal, FCA

The Hinduja Foundation Malala Yousafzai

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For Here or To Go Explores Hardships of an Expiring Visa

or here or To Go is a story based on the experience of a software engineer from India whose visa is about to expire. The film explores his visa struggles in the United States and follows the process he takes for visa renewal. While the movie has a strong story, the plot at times stalls. For Here or To Go is a timely film based on the current immigration issues within the United States. The story revolves around software engineer Vivek (played by Ali Fazal) who works in Silicon Valley on a H-1B visa. Having worked several years in the industry, he finds life to have become boring and monotonous. One day, he lands a job offer from a healthcare start up company and finds the work stimulating and engaging. The story takes a twist when recruiters realize that his visa expires within a year and suddenly his offer vanishes. What follows next are a series of struggles, turmoil, love, romance, advice and an ardent interest on Vivek’s part to stay in the US. The film’s story is based on the varied experiences of Indians struggling to survive in the US with an expiring visa. In addition to Vivek’s troubles, the 44

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film follows the legal experiences of his friends played by Omi Vaidya, Samrat Chakrabarti and Amitosh Nagpal. It is undoubtedly one of the freshest looks at this hot-button topic, but with an added aspect of humanity. Though the storyline is easily relatable, at times the movie stalls. The complexities of visa renewal and the presence of the lead actress adds some gravity to the story. Vivekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s girlfriendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father, played by Rajit Kapur, interjects with advice of returning to India, a question with which Vivek struggles to find an answer Shot in Northern California, the filmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s director, Rucha Humnabadkar aims to send a strong message. While the narrative at times feels heavy and complex, the film does highlight the struggles many Indians face as immigrants living in the current political climate in the US. From assimilating in your adopted country to wondering if your talents are better served in your homeland, For Here or To Go offers audiences a modern look at immigration in the US.

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954-441-9511 786-486-9665 954-270-2101 954-505-7455 954-392-0999 954-319-1129

PINELLAS PARK Taste Of Punjab Indian Cuisine 727-545-4103

WILTON MANORS Little Market

954-561-8606

PLANTATION Al Natour India House Restaurant Shiv Mandir

WINTER SPRINGS Rangoli Sweets Of Florida

407-745-0695

954-514-7277 954-565-5701 954-735-3560

POMPANO BEACH 5th Element India Grill

954-977-4334

PORT ST LUCIE India Spice

772-340-4991

ROYAL PALM BEACH India Grill + Bar

561-249-7168

SARASOTA 7 Hill Cuisine of India

941-927-0400

SOUTHWEST RANCHES South Florida Hindu Temple

954-252-8802

SUNRISE Apna Bazar - Sunrise Ashfaq Hibiscus Restaurant Indu Herbal Beauty Salon Krishna Restaruant Paradise Biryani Pointe Patel Brothers Sunrise Tandoor Pizza & Sweets Zevar Jewelers

954-742-5757 954-587-1238 954-572-6822 954-747-1299 754-206-4723 954-742-3004 954-746-6000 954-742-5305

TALLAHASSEE Little India Inc

850-422-7701

TAMPA 27 Mart Indian Supermarket 813-605-2536 Apna Bazaar - Tampa 813-903-1774 Desi by Nature 813-972-7400 Gro Styles 813-903-8334 House Of Spices -Tampa 813-333-2479 India Bazaar 813-885-9551 India Cultural Center (ICC) 813-802-4638 Malani Jewelers 813-866-4653 Patel Brothers 813-558-9090 Rana Grill & Kabab 813- 972-1550 Royal Sweets And Fast Food 813-977-6000 Shree Laxmi Naryan Mandir 813-444-9786 Tabla Fine Indian Cuisine 813-972-5900 Taj Indian Cuisine Inc 813-971-8483 Tamarind Indian Restaurant 813-341-8100 Udipi Cafe 813-962-7300 WEST MELBOURNE Indique Fine Indian Cuisine

321-802-6537

WEST PALM BEACH Apna Bazaar 561-967-7193 Desi Subs & Grill 561-328-7455 Halal Meat Market 561-433-3183 India Bazaar - West Palm Beach 561-684-3480 Indus & Indian Herbal Cuisine 561-249-0123 Liberty Foods 561-793-2711 The India Palace 561-478-5606

GEORGIA ADAIRSVILLE Sankat Mochan Mandir ALPHARETTA Haveli Indian Cuisines India Plaza Spices Hut Sri Krishna Vilas Taste of India Towneplace Suites Atlanta ATLANTA Asia Halal Meat Himalaya Indian Restaurant Masti Atlanta Restaruant Sri Krishna Vilas Swapna Indian Cuisine

706-713-1039

770-558-8333 678-867-0388 770-410-9477 770-475-9195 404-421-4505 770-664-1300

404-633-0010 770-458-6557 470-236-2784 770-447-0049 770-956-7589

BERKELEY LAKE Sai Fresh Grocery

678-527-8910

BUCKHEAD Bhojanic Restaurant

404-841-8472

CUMMING Alpharetta Halal Meat 770-346-8808 Cherians International Groceries 770-888-4141 DECATUR Chai Pani Restaurant 404-378-4030 Chat-Patti Indian Restaurant 404-633-5595 Cherians International Groceries 404-819-5979 Gokul Sweets 404-299-2062 Gokul Sweets 678-974-5656 Mantra 404-636-4400 Mirage Sarees 404-292-0002 Mirch Masala Restaurant 404-296-9999 Patel Brothers Atlanta 404-296-2696 Royal Sweets 404-327-5799 Thali Indian Vegiterian Cuisine 678-705-1290 Zyka Restaurant 404-664-8880 DOUGLASVILLE Indus Food South Asian Grocery 770-577-0865 DULUTH Apna Bazaar 770-807-7776 Assi Indo-Pak Grocery Dept 770-813-1500 Grill Madras Grill 770-476-4795 Gokul Sweets 470-268-4444 Madhur Groceries 404-944-9832 New Delhi Imports 770-623-9560 Udipi Cafe 678-584-5840

DUNWOODY Bharath Groceries 678-731-9252 Indian Bazaar-Dunwoody 770-455-3128 JOHNS CREEK Mirchi Virchi

770-476-9976

KENNESAW Suvidha Indo-Pak Groceries

770-419-7112

LAKE CITY Shree Shakti Mandir

770 968 3490

LAWRENCEVILLE Desi Bazar & Halal Meat Shahi Bazar Shahi Grill United Importers

678-615-7089 770-972-5878 678-205-5819 404-786-7771

LILBURN Akshar Grocery Al Hamrah International Kabab Hut

770-717-9882 770-381-2006 770-925-4440

MACON Umiya Grocery Store

478-781-8686

MARIETTA Bismillah Halal Meat & 770-565-8859 Haveli Indian Cuisines 770-422-8000 Lahore Grill 678-398-9868 Punjab Grocery 770-955-3277 Shivam Indian Groceries 770-971-7448 Vatica Indian Vegetarian Cuisine 770-955-3740 NORCROSS Global Mall 770-416-1111 Guru Nanak Mission Society of All 770-931-3490 Sabri Kabob House 770-263-0014 The Mughals Restaurant 770-446-6941 The Palace Rest & Banquet Hall 770-840-7770 RIVERDALE Hindu Temple Of Atlanta India Imports Indo Pak Grocery

770-907-7102 770-997-1085 770-996-6786

ROSWELL India Chef

770-817-0661

SUWANEE Bukharaa Indian Restaurant Suvidha Indo-Pak Groceries

770-817-1371 770-292-1992

BERKELEY LAKE Agha Juice & Cafe

404-384-9094

LILBURN Al Hamrah Grocery

770-381-2006

Journey of a Sathguru Brahmrishi Shri Guruvanandji’s (Guruji) spiritual journey began in his infancy under miraculous circumstances. Yogiraj Devraha Baba, one of the most esteemed saints of recent times, brought Guruji to his ashram to save his life from a terminal illness. Early on, Devraha Baba predicted that the young child would achieve the pinnacle of spirituality and use the divine energy to selflessly serve humanity.

Devraha Baba’s predictions have come true; after spending over 45 years in rigorous spiritual discipline (Sadhana), Guruji has invoked all seven Chakras (spiritual power centers) of his Kundalini (primal energy), uprooting his consciousness into Shiva Loka, Vishnu Loka, and Brahma Loka. The result is unfathomable; Guruji has acquired 54

all eight Siddhis and nine niddhis (17,638 subsiddhis), and the supremacy of mantra and tantric knowledge (gyan). He is a living embodiment of perfected spiritual strength comparable to ancient Vedic Sages.

Notwithstanding, Guruji accomplishments prior to his Sadhana is equally remarkable: earning degrees from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, with degrees in B. Tech in Electrical Engineering, B.Sc. in Physics, and further Masters and PhD degrees in Sanskrit, Hindi, Vedas, and Literature. His accolades in several international conferences and religious forums including the “All Religion World conferences” has earned him the “Best Personality” gold medal seven times.

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Over the past decade, Guruji has used his enormous divine energy to help those in distress and to uplift the lives of hundreds of thousands of people situated in more than 172 countries. His message is grounded in teaching the practical art of living a balanced, moral, and spiritual life against the conflicting odds driven by modern day turbulence and worldly duties. Rather than miserably give up everything to attain unrealized liberation, Gurujiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to guide us to happily embrace the practical challenges of life and optimistically become spiritual giants ourselves. Do not miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet a true yogi, a true Guru, and a living embodiment of what perfected spiritual strength looks like. For more information on Guruji, please visit GurujiUSAvisit.com to read a complete biography, his message, videos, and more. We look forward June 17, 2017 at the Temple at 13010 W. West Ranches, Florida

to serving you on South Florida Hindu Griffin Road, South 33330

2017 Mirchi Music Awards The Mirchi Music Awards, which began in 2009, are presented annually by Radio Mirchi to honor both the artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the Indian Hindi language film music industry. The prestigious 2017 Mirchi Music Awards celebrating the best of music were held recently, and the winners list is now out. A star-studded affair, the event included a who’s who of the music industry and film fraternity.

Song of the Year "Channa Mereya" (Song) Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (Film) Album of the Year Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (Film) Male Vocalist of The Year Arijit Singh – "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" (Song) Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (Film) Female Vocalist of the Year Jonita Gandhi – "Gilehriyaan" (Song) Dangal (Film)

Music Composer of the Year Pritam – "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" (Song) Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (Film) Lyricist of the Year Amitabh Bhattacharya – "Channa Mereya" (Song) Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (Film) Lifetime Achievement Award Usha Uthup Royal Stag Make It Large Award Karan Johar

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Best Background Score Tubby – Parik – Mirzya (Film) Listeners’ Choice Song of the Year "Soch Na Sake" (Song) Airlift (Film) Listeners’ Choice Album of the Year

Upcoming Male Vocalist of the Year Sarwar Khan & Sartaz Khan Barna – "Haanikaarak Bapu" (Song) Dangal (Film) Upcoming Female Vocalist of the Year Asees Kaur – "Bolna" (Song) Kapoor & Sons (Film) Upcoming Music Composer of the Year Tanishk Bagchi – "Bolna" (Song) Kapoor & Sons (Film) Upcoming Lyricist of the Year Abhiruchi Chand – "Buddhu Sa Mann" (Song) Kapoor & Sons (Film) Indi Pop Song of the Year "Aye Jahaan Aasmaan" (Song) Aye Jahaan Aasmaan (Album) Raag Based Song of the Year "Meherbaan" (Song) Sarbjit (Film) Best Song Producer (Programming & Arranging) Santosh Mulekar & ShankarEhsaan-Loy – "Kaaga" (Song) Mirzya (Film) Best Song Engineer (Recording & Mixing) Vijay Dayal – "Jabra Fan" (Song) Fan (Film)

Dangal (Film) Jury Award for Outstanding Contribution to Hindi Film Music Y. S. Mulky Jury Award for Best Album of Golden Era (1956) Basant Bahar

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23rd Annual Star Screen Award winners The Screen Awards is an annual awards ceremony held in India honoring professional excellence in the Bollywood Film Industry. The nomination and award selection is done by a panel of distinguished professionals from the industry. Originally known as the Star Screen Awards, the event was founded in 1994 by chairman of The Express Group, Mr. Viveck Goenka, who wanted to focus on excellence in films in India.

Best Film Pink Best Actor Amitabh Bachchan – Pink Best Actress Alia Bhatt – Udta Punjab⁠ Best Director Ram Madhvani – Neerja Critics Choice For Best Actor Sushant Singh Rajput – M.S. Dhoni – The Untold Story Critics Choice For Best Actress Swara Bhaskar – Nil Battey Sannata Most promising Debut Director Tinu Suresh Desai – Rustom⁠ 66

Best Actor In A Comic Role Varun Dhawan – Dishoom Best Child Artist Riya Shukla – Nil Battey Sannata Best Newcomer (Male) Jim Sarbh – Neerja

Harshvardhan Kapoor – Mirzya Best Newcomer (Female) Disha Patani – M.S. Dhoni – The Untold Story Best Supporting Actor Rishi Kapoor – Kapoor & Sons

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Best Editing Aditya Bannerji – Pink Best Cinematography Anay Goswami – Fitoor Best Action Jai Singh Nijjar – Shivaay Best Story Screenplay Saiwyn Quadras – Neerja

Best Supporting Actress Shabana Azmi – Neerja Best Lyricist Amitabh Bhattacharya – Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Best Music Pritam Chakraborty – Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Best Playback Singer (Male) Amit Mishra – Bulleya (Ae Dil Hai Mushkil) Best Playback Singer (Female) Palak Muchhal – Kaun Tujhe (M.S. Dhoni – The Untold Story) Best Choreography Bosco-Caesar – Kala Chashma (Baar Baar Dekho)

Best Dialogue Ritesh Shah – Pink Star Plus Ki Nai Soch Award Alia Bhatt Lifetime Achievement Award Rekha Best Style Icon Award Deepika Padukone

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Florida

Mother's Day Dinner with Live Singer

Guru Vandana

Where: Apna Bazar Banquet Hall

Orlando When: 05/6/2017, 5:00 PM

Where: Hindu Temple Community Hall 1994 Lake Dr., Casselberry,32707

Contact: Satya Mentena 917-319-1734 Host: Hindu Society of Central Florida

Mother's Day Bliss in Florida When: 05/6/2017, 8:00 PM Where: Elegante Hall

2104 Michigan Ave, Kissimmee,34747 Contact: Nadia 321-277-0066 Host: NYC Top Promoters

Mother's Day Celebration When: 05/7/2017,

Where: Chinmaya Mission Orlando

1221 Chinmaya Way, Casselberry,32707 Contact: 407-699-7331

Host: Chinmaya Mission Orlando

Sonu & Atif : Live in Orlando When: 08/6/2017, 7:00 PM Where: CFE Arena 12777 Gemini Blvd N, Orlando,32816 Contact: Krish Patel 407-454-3334 Host: Krish Patel & Satya Shaw

When: 05/12/2017, 7:30 PM

9404 Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando,32837 Contact: 773-683-3499

Host: Za's Event Planners

Mother's Day

When: 05/14/2017, 1:00 PM

Where: F. Burton Smith Regional Park

7575 West highway 520, Cocoa,32926

Host: Indian Association of The Space Coast

2017 Sunderkand

When: 05/27/2017, 5:00 PM

Where: Laxmi Narayan Temple

5020 West South Street, Orlando,32811 Contact: 407-757-7086

Host: Gujarati Society Central Florida

Shiv Yog - Avdhoot Shivanand Ji in Orlando FL When: 08/12/2017

Where: Rosen Jewish Community Center 11184 S Apopka Vineland Rd, Orlando,32836 Contact: 407-906-3944 Host: Shiv Yog

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South Florida

Kumar Sanu & Alka Yagnik Live In Concert

Dileep Show 2017 When: 05/19/2017, 7:00 PM

Vedanta Talk by Jaya Row

When: 05/07/2017, 6:00 PM Where: Coral Springs Center For The Arts 2855 Coral Springs Dr., Coral Springs,33065 Contact: Prakash (Kash) 954-214-3830 Host: Kash Patel & Asta Parking

When: 05/3/2017, 6:00 PM

When: 05/5/2017, 7:00 PM

Contact: Sucheta Kamath 404-493-0962

Contact: Meena Dogra 678-646-9993

Where: Lauderhill Performing Arts Center

3800 Northwest 11th Place, Lauderhill,33313 Contact: 305-776-7752

Host: Star Entertainment Group South Florida

Georgia

Atlanta Metro

Where: Sanatan Mandir Atlanta

1281 Cooper Lake Road SE, Smyrna,30082 Host: Sanatan Mandir - IACA

Ranjit Bawa Live Concert Where: Ashiana Banquet Hall

5675 Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Norcross,30071 Host: Punjabi Society Inc

MyShadi Bridal Expo Tampa 2017 Date: 05/07/2017 Time: 12:00 Noon Where: Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St., Tampa, 33602

Atlanta 2017 Date: 08/13/2017 Time: 12:00 Noon Where: Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel 2450 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339 Orlando 2017 Date: 09/10/2017, Time: 12:00 Noon Where: Hilton Orlando 6001 Destination Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819 (Formerly 6001 Canadian Court)

Photo Courtesy: Peter Nguyen Photography

Contact: Aruna Shah 954-784-8100 www.myshadibridalexpo.com Host: Desh Videsh Media Group

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Vaisakhi 2017

Divya Darshan and Blessings

When: 05/20/2017, 6:00 PM

When: 06/17/2017, 5:00 PM Where: South Florida Hindu Temple 13010 Griffin Rd., Southwest Ranches,33330 Contact: Andy Mehta 786-253-9607

Where: Coral Springs High School 7201 W. Sample Rd.,

Coral Springs,33043

Contact: Poonam Kohli 954-483-7796

Host: Greater Punjab Cultural Society of South Florida Family Fest 2017

When: 05/6/2017, 3:00 PM

Where: The Plaza at City of Sugar Hill

5039 West Broad St., Sugar Hill,30518 Contact: 770-614-4310

Host: Stepping Stone Montessori School

Punjabi Mushayera

When: 05/6/2017, 7:00 PM

Where: Hilton Atlanta Northeast

5993 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Peachtree corners,30092 Contact: Tahir Syal 770-873-6908

3rd Annual Vaisakhi Mela When: 05/13/2017, 6:00 PM

Where: Georgia World Congress Center, Sidney Marcus Audit 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta,30313 Contact: Khan Saab 404-645-8372 Host: Khehra Entertainment

"Ritu" for Rabindra Jayanti When: 05/14/2017, 5:30 PM 74

Where: Monte Carlo Hall Ballroom

2077 Beaver Ruin Rd. NW, Norcross,30071 Contact: 678-927-4786

Host: Atlanta Sangeet Vidyalaya

Dhoop aur Chaoon chle sang sang yahii to hain jeevan ke rang When: 05/20/2017, 6:30 PM Where: Berkmar High School

405 Pleasant Hill RD, Lilburn,30047 Contact: Sandhya Bhagat 404-585-7247

Host: Dhoop Chaoon Hindi Theater Group

IFA: Women's Fest

When: 05/20/2017, 11:00 AM

Where: Skyland Business Center

540 Access Road, Cumming,30041 Contact: 470-253-4432

Bappi Lahri Live Concert When: 05/20/2017, 8:00 PM

Where: Gujarati Samaj of Atlanta

5331 Royal Wood Pkwy, Tucker,30084 Contact: Virani Ramzan 770-310-4626

Host: Gujarati Samaj of Atlanta

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Advertisersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Index ACCOUNTANT Alex A Khoja CPA PA................................................................................................... 38 Env Accounting............................................................................................................ 75 ADVERTISING Desh Videsh Media Group.......................................................................................... 35 ASSOCIATION Hindu American Foundation........................................................................................ 20 South Florida Hindu Temple........................................................................................ 55 ASTROLOGER Astrologer B.K. 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Office....................................................................................................... 75 BANKS Embassy National Bank................................................................................................ 3 BANQUET HALLS Hilton-Orlando............................................................................................................... 5 Mar Thoma Church Of South Florida.......................................................................... 45 BEAUTICIANS/COSMETICIAN Anju Thaker................................................................................................................. 73 Saini Herbal................................................................................................................. 69 Sunita Boutique & Beauty........................................................................................... 63 BOLLYWOOD ENTERTAINMENT Bollywood Events LLC................................................................................................ 87 TV Asia USA................................................................................................................ 47 BOOK PUBLISHERS Chronology Of Hinduism............................................................................................. 71 BOUTIQUES Sunita Boutique & Beauty........................................................................................... 63 BRIDAL SHOW MyShadi Bridal Expo................................................................................................... 88 Cold Storage Easy Refrigeration Company...................................................................................... 80 CREDIT CARD PROCESSING North American Bancard............................................................................................. 11 CULTURAL_PROGRAM Isha Foundation........................................................................................................... 31 DECORATOR Anand Event Services................................................................................................... 7 Dreams to Reality........................................................................................................ 64 Nikun Events............................................................................................................... 73 Occasions By Shangri-La............................................................................................ 25 Pavan Events.............................................................................................................. 82 DIRECT MAIL Desh-Videsh Media Group.......................................................................................... 78 DISC JOCKEY DCom Studio............................................................................................................... 83 Dudha Productions...................................................................................................... 76 Dynasty AV & Entertainment....................................................................................... 12 Pavan Events.............................................................................................................. 82 E-Commerce Global AMS................................................................................................................. 65 E-MARKETING The Arpan Group......................................................................................................... 13 EVENT PLANNER Pavan Events.............................................................................................................. 82 FINANCIAL SERVICES Smithdeal & 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Ayurveda & Puja Hut..................................................................................................... 9 GROCERY House Of India-Greenacres........................................................................................ 82 Hinduism Chronology Of Hinduism............................................................................................. 71 HORSE - CARRIAGE Orlando Horse & Carriage........................................................................................... 73 INSURANCE AGENTS All Aboard Benefits...................................................................................................... 64 Allstate Insurance........................................................................................................ 68 American Family Insurance-GA................................................................................... 52 American Family Insurance-Lilburn............................................................................. 81 Auto Owners Insurance............................................................................................... 38 Bill Daly Insurance....................................................................................................... 82 SDK & Associates Insurance Service.......................................................................... 63 IT CONSULTING Contract Engineers...................................................................................................... 67

JEWELERS Bhindi Jewelers Inc....................................................................................................... 4 Devam........................................................................................................................... 2 Legacy Jewelers.......................................................................................................... 85 Malani Jewelers........................................................................................................... 86 PS Jewelers.................................................................................................................. 9 Zevar Jewelers............................................................................................................ 52 LIGHTING Energy Plus Norcross.................................................................................................. 75 MEDITATION Amrit Yoga Institute..................................................................................................... 56 Isha Foundation........................................................................................................... 31 Shiv Yog USA.............................................................................................................. 58 P R COMPANY The Arpan Group......................................................................................................... 13 PHOTOGRAPHER Anand Event Services................................................................................................... 7 DCom Studio............................................................................................................... 83 Krishna Video & Photo Image..................................................................................... 83 Navyug Digital Studio & Color Lab.............................................................................. 82 Sona Photography....................................................................................................... 63 PRIEST/WORSHIP SERVICES Acharya Ramesh Mehta.............................................................................................. 81 Mahesh Gor................................................................................................................. 81 Priest Chakravarthy..................................................................................................... 82 Priest Ramachandra Bhat........................................................................................... 83 PRINTING Desh-Videsh Media Group.......................................................................................... 41 Desh-Videsh Media Group.......................................................................................... 53 RADIO SHOW Manoranjan................................................................................................................. 78 Radio Asia................................................................................................................... 78 REALTOR Ameriteam- Realty Inc................................................................................................. 81 Berkshire Hathway...................................................................................................... 69 Camelot Realty Services............................................................................................. 48 Century 21................................................................................................................... 27 Coldwell Banker - Jyoti Laungani................................................................................ 81 Coral Shores Realty.................................................................................................... 81 Future Home Realty.................................................................................................... 82 Island and Resort Realty Inc....................................................................................... 83 RELIGIOUS Program Brahmrishi Gurudev.................................................................................................... 55 RENTAL SERVICES A Universal Rentals & Events...................................................................................... 46 RESTAURANT/CATERING 5th Element Indian Restaurant...................................................................................... 8 Al Natour..................................................................................................................... 62 Ashoka Indian Cuisine................................................................................................. 18 Dine India.................................................................................................................... 32 Taste Buds Of India..................................................................................................... 67 SARIS Devam........................................................................................................................... 2 SCHOOL Aamro Aviation............................................................................................................ 29 Kumon North America............................................................................................ 42-43 SPIRITUAL CENTER Planet Watch Guru...................................................................................................... 39 TRAVEL AGENCY Air Tours Inc................................................................................................................. 64 Maxim Tours LLC......................................................................................................... 69 Puja Travels................................................................................................................. 48 Worldwide Travel Inc................................................................................................... 26 VIDEOGRAPHY Anand Event Services................................................................................................... 7 DCom Studio............................................................................................................... 83 Krishna Video & Photo Image..................................................................................... 83 Navyug Digital Studio & Color Lab.............................................................................. 82 Sona Photography....................................................................................................... 63 WEB DESIGN Global AMS................................................................................................................. 65 WEB HOSTING SERVICES Global AMS................................................................................................................. 65 Wedding Business Marketing The Arpan Group......................................................................................................... 13 WEDDING INVITATIONS Elegant Shaadi Cards................................................................................................. 59 Invites & Events........................................................................................................... 21 WEDDING PORTAL Myshadi.com............................................................................................................... 77 WEDDING SERVICES Anand Event Services................................................................................................... 7 DCom Studio............................................................................................................... 83 Dreams To Reality....................................................................................................... 64 Nikun Events............................................................................................................... 73 Occasions By Shangri-La............................................................................................ 25 Pavan Events.............................................................................................................. 82 WEDDING STATIONARY Elegant Shaadi Cards................................................................................................. 59 WEDDING WEBSITES Myshadi.com............................................................................................................... 77 YOGA/MEDITATION Amrit Yoga Institute..................................................................................................... 56 Isha Foundation........................................................................................................... 31 Shiv Yog USA.............................................................................................................. 58

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Hindu Cremation in South Florida

On behalf of the Hindu community, Desh-Videsh and a few local community leaders approached Funeral/Cremation Vendors in Broward and Dade County and negotiated a fixed price for cremation and last Hindu rites.

Not too many people know about Direct Cremation. It is a low cost way for the families to carry out cremation for their loved ones. Funeral/Cremation places do not discuss this option for obvious reasons.

For More information, please contact

Raj Shah/ Desh Videsh at 754-264-6306 or go to the following link for more information Our Web site have proposals from different Funeral/Cremation Sites in Broward and Dade County. They include traditional services and Direct Cremation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

http://www.deshvidesh.com/hindu-cremation-in-south-florida/ Kraeer Funeral Homes & Cremation Center

1353 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL 33432-2833 1655 University Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33071-6026 217 E HILLSBORO BLVD, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441-3537 4061 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 1 North State Road 7, Margate, FL 33063-4552 1199 NE 36th Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33064 200 North Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, FL 33062 6701 West Commercial Blvd, Tamarac, FL 33319

Fred Hunter Funeral Home And Crematory

6301 Taft Street Hollywood, Florida 330024. Phone: 954-989-1550

Van Orsdel - Miami

Van Orsdel Pre-Planning/Administrative 11240 N. Kendall Drive Miami, FL 33176. Phone: (305) 271-1222 Van Orsdel Kendall Chapel 11220 N. Kendall Drive Miami, FL 33176. Phone: (305) 279-6644

Van Orsdel Coral Gables Chapel 4600 SW 8th Street Coral Gables, FL 33134. Phone: (305) 446-4412 84

Van Orsdel Midtown Miami Chapel 3333 N.E. 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 331374. Phone: (305) 573-4310

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MyShadi Bridal

Expo

The Largest Event of its Kind! Expo showcases the latest trends and products essential for Hindu, Muslim, Christian and Sikh weddings. Hundreds of brides and families attend each show!

ATLANTA Sunday, August 13, 2017 Noon to 5:00 PM Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel

2450 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339

ORLANDO Sunday, September 10, 2017 Noon to 5:00 PM Hilton Orlando - 6001 Destination Pkwy,

Orlando, FL 32819 (Formerly 6001 Canadian Court)

75% Photo Courtesy: Gaciel Santana Photography rate .................................................... ..................................................... .................................................... Over repeat vendor

Destination Wedding Pavilion Booths Available

Fashion Show Sponsorship Available

Reserve Your Booth Online Today www.myshadibridalexpo.com

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What the Expo Offers

Several years experience producing the best bridal shows in the Southeast. • National TV advertising on major South Asian Channels • City and statewide print/radio advertising • Direct mailing to thousands of households • Outbound phone calls to households

• Free Admission and Parking • Free Food Sampling • Interactive Sessions • Wide Variety of Vendors • Designer Runway Fashion Show • Mehndi, Hair & Makeup Demos

Presented by

Desh-Videsh Media Group Inc. (954) 784-8100 www.deshvidesh.com

Platinum Sponsors Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel (770) 303-3123 www.renaissancewaverly.com

MyShadi (954) 784-8100 www.myshadi.com

Hilton-Orlando (407) 313-8458 www.thehiltonorlando.com

The Arpan Group (703) 651-6670 www.thearpangroup.com