?Shera? song launched for Delhi 2010
New Delhi : Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs Dr. M.S. Gill launched the song ?Shera? at a glittering ceremony here Thursday.
?I am delighted to be the part of the launch of Shera song. Music is an integral part of any games. I am happy that Punjabi community has come forward with this song on Shera. I personally liked the song and each song has its different mood and characteristics.? said M.S. Gill, Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs
?The Shera song is a beautiful blend of Punjabi tune with balance of Hindi and English lyrics. The song will appeal to both Indian and International audience. The soul of this song is rooted in our cultural heritage of Punjab. Let the people listen to the song and decide.? added Gill
The song ?Shera? was conceived and produced by Vikramjit Singh Sahney and Raksha Dhawan.
The music composer is Jeetu J and the song has been sung by Vikramjit Singh Sahney, Shibani Kashyap and Milind.
?Shera? the mascot is the face of the Delhi 2010.
The song reflects the spirit of ?Shera?, representing majesty, power, charisma and grace.
It will generate excitement in the masses and urge everyone to join in with healthy spirit of the Commonwealth Games 2010 Delhi.
‘Shera’ is omnipresent, energising the city and exhorting everyone to ?come out and play? and make the Games a grand success.
He is also a reminder of the depleting numbers of his species and the fragile environment he lives in and our responsibility towards the protection of his race and his ecosystem.
?Patriotism is an emotion and attitude,? said Mr. Vikramjit Singh Sahney. ?It?s a sense of belonging.?
?It is a time for all of us to play a part,? he added. ?India is a land of promise and passion. Let?s unite once again and make the Commonwealth Games 2010 Delhi a success.?
Further the composer of the song has mentioned that the proceeds from the sale of this song will donated to the government for the welfare of sports.
The song produced and presented to Organising Committee Commonwealth Games 2010 Delhi by Sun Foundation, a charitable institution.
Besides, Randhir Singh, Vice Chairman, OC CWG, V.K. Verma, Director General, Tarlochan Singh, Chairman- Media and Publicity Sub- Committee, Commonwealth Games 2010 Delhi were also present at the launch.