NAIROBI, KENYA, October 20, 2016 (Daily Nation): The socio-religious festivities that have been happening throughout October culminate today as faithful mark Diwali, the festival of lights. The festivity takes a brilliant dimension as traditional lamps are lit at residential and business premises. This auspicious day is an opportune time to honor a versatile lady who has dedicated her life in the service of women’s rights, theatre and creative arts in Kenya. She is Mrs. Kapil Dhingra.
Currently the Chairperson of Indian Women’s Association, Kapil spearheads the organisation which initiates projects to assist women and the underprivileged. Since the late 90s, she has chaired the Indian Citizens Welfare Association-ICWAK. The association was initially formed to quench the cultural thirst of the Indian expatriate community, but later spread its wings and became a group presenting oriental entertainment for all Kenyans. She has over the years not only directed creative cultural activities of ICWAK but also participated in promoting Asian theatre and allied arts.
Kapil is certainly a multi-talented lady of all seasons, so to say, as she in another of her passions is involved in organising religious activities as Secretary to Shree Sanatan Dharam Sabha. She sits on the board of Kenya India Friendship Association and leads GOPIO the global organisation of people of Indian origin. In recognition of her sterling service to Kenyan Indian community, Kapil Dhingra was awarded the Hind Rattan – the Jewel of India award in the year 2000.