47th Annual OSUK Convention
August 29, 2026 – August 30, 2026
Parrs Wood High School and Sixth Form, Manchester
OSUK 2026 – A True Reunion of Hearts
We are bringing together Odias, Punjabi, South Indians and British friends - in celebration, culture and shared spirit.
Led by Naari Shakti, with National and International participation, and a vibrant Punjabi flavour woven through the celebration.
Not just an event. A coming together. A remembrance. A revival.
Four Houses – One Spirit
Godavari House
Broadly representing London and the South & South-East of England – including surrounding towns and neighbouring regions.
Madhusudan House
Representing the Midlands, Wales and the West of England — including Birmingham, Bristol and nearby counties.
Gopabandhu House
Representing Northwest England, Yorkshire, the North-East and Scotland — and surrounding areas.
Himmat Singh House
Representing participants from across the UK beyond defined zones, as well as National & International friends.
The Houses are symbolic — not strictly geographical. Regions are loosely defined and inclusive.
You may join the House nearest to you, where your friends are, or where your heart feels connected. Cross-entry is warmly welcomed.
Four Houses. Healthy competition. One community.
Programme & Schedule
Two days of ceremony, culture, sport and celebration at Parrs Wood High School. Times are indicative and may shift slightly on the day.
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM · Registration & Lunch
- 12:00 PMRegistration desk opens & Children's Treasure Hunt registration
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMLunch & felicitations
2:05 PM – 4:23 PM · Opening Ceremonies & Cultural Block 1
- 2:05 PMInauguration & Puja
- 2:10 PMWelcome + Jagannatha Sanskruti
- 2:28 PMOdissi invocation of Shree Jagannatha Mahaprabhu by Saswat Joshi
- 2:51 PMShlokas & Carnatic song
- 2:59 PMClassical dance (solo)
- 3:09 PMSemi-modern Ollywood dance
- 3:19 PMSinging
- 3:28 PMSambalpuri group dance
- 3:37 PMBharatanatyam
- 3:50 PMClassical group dance
- 3:59 PMMusical instrument
- 4:07 PMOdissi dance by Jayashree
- 4:17 PMOdissi solo
4:26 PM – 4:56 PM · Break — Snacks & Felicitation
- Tea, coffee, snacks & felicitations
4:59 PM – 8:48 PM · Awards & Cultural Block 2
- 4:59 PMSports awards
- 5:17 PMInaugural group song led by Mousumi Mishra
- 5:24 PMClassical dance (group)
- 5:37 PMPan Dokan by Dr Kali Mishra
- 6:00 PMVintage Odia melody
- 6:15 PMDrama: Salabeg — group performance (Dr Anjana Satpathy & team)
- 6:48 PMFree-style Bollywood dance
- 7:01 PMWelcome to Hon'ble Consul General Vishakha Yaduvanshi
- 7:09 PMClassical Odissi by Nirushree
- 7:24 PMPunjabi Giddha by Dr Kapilmeet Kaur & team
- 7:40 PMSaswat Joshi dance narration by Bhagya Lipi
- 7:58 PMSaswat Joshi & team — Sambalpuri dance & audience engagement
- 8:31 PMIndustry presentation: DN Homes
8:51 PM – 9:36 PM · Break — Dinner & Felicitation
- Dinner & felicitations
- Jayashree Dhal musical extravaganza — Hindi, Punjabi & Odia
9:39 PM – 10:24 PM · Closing
- Music & band
Event Highlights
Programme Highlights
- Half-Day Peak District Excursion
- Professional Bhangra with Dhol & Boliyan
- Professional Punjabi Giddha
- Odissi & Bharatanatyam performances
- Odia Drama
- Punjabi–Odia Jugalbandi
Cultural Extravaganza
- Bhangra troupe from Birmingham
- Traditional Giddha
- Odissi classical dance
- Bharatanatyam performance
- East–West fusion dance
- Live music & community performances
Saswat Joshi
A glimpse of the Odissi artistry Saswat Joshi brings to this year's Cultural Extravaganza.
Culinary Experience
Enjoy delicious Punjabi and Odia cuisines, celebrating the rich culinary traditions of both cultures.
OSUK Inter-house Championship
Compete for the OSUK Convention Trophy. Activities include:
- Sports competitions
- Tug of War
- Antakshari
- Dance performances
- Children’s activities
- Family games
Event Details
Day One
August 29, 2026
Day Two
August 30, 2026
Event Venue
Parrs Wood High School and Sixth Form, Wilmslow Road, East Didsbury, Manchester, M20 5PG
Be Part of the Event
Event Organizer
Name
Dr Rajinder Pal Singh, Dr Kapilmeet Kaur & Siba Ranjan Biswal
Contact Information
info@odishasociety.org.ukOur Sponsors
We are proud to be supported by DN Homes and AGM Housing Group for this event:
DN Homes
Redefining The New Odisha
Established in 2003 and based in Bhubaneswar, DN Homes is one of Odisha's foremost development groups, building residential and commercial spaces across the state alongside interests in retail, education, hospitality and infrastructure.
A short film from DN Homes
QALA
Where Heritage Meets Modern Living
Qala is a joint collaboration between AGM Housing Group and Harshpriya Group of Companies, backed by over 35 years of collective experience in building Odisha.
Inspired by the rich heritage, artistry and architectural legacy of Odisha, Qala reimagines these timeless influences through a contemporary lens — creating an aspirational address for modern Odisha.
Rooted in heritage. Designed for tomorrow.
Qala — a work of art, designed & curated by AGM Housing Group
