The Zoroastrian Stree Mandal (ZSM) of Secunderabad-Hyderabad received an unprecedented response not merely from members of the community but also from the general public to "Feb Fiesta" which it organized in the twin cities on February 3, 2013. Stalls selling exquisite artifacts, food items, games of skill and fun, old and new goods in jumble sales were well patronized, and the main attraction was a lucky draw for 50 attractive prizes, mentions a write-up received from Farida K. Antia, joint honorary secretary of ZSM.
The voluntary women’s organization, whose prime aim is to offer financial, medical and educational assistance to the less fortunate members of the community, is finding it very difficult to meet these needs due to ever increasing requests for medicines and educational grants, etc as also spiraling prices. "Feb Fiesta" was meant to raise funds for their welfare work.
The ZSM, "which is in dire need of funds to continue its activities" requests members of the community to contribute toward this cause. Contributions in the name of "Zoroastrian Stree Mandal Secunderabad-Hyderabad" may be sent to Perviz P. Nalladaru, President, Zoroastrian Stree Mandal, 62, Ishaq Colony, Secunderabad 500015.
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