The AbuDhabi Goans organised a traditional Carnival
rendezvous at the picturesque Le Meridien Village, Abu Dhabi. Aptly coined as
‘Viva Goa Viva Carnival’, the celebration, in its sixth year, was a riot of
colour, food, drink, music and dance.
‘Desert Rain’ began the musical proceedings, welcoming the
sprightly early birds. Rapidly filling guests brought an explosion of colour
and buzz flooding into the venue. This year, the entry of King Momo was
preceded by a peace messenger with the message of ‘Mog, Moipas, Movallponn’
(Love, Affection, Consideration) a powerful community message relayed by the
organisers
