GARDEN CITY, NY (TIP): Dr. Satish Anand turned 75 on October 21and the family decided to celebrate his 75th birthday. Wife, Gitanjli, daughters Aikta and Vaishali, their husbands Mukesh and Amit, and the five grandchildren decided to have it big with Dr. Anand’s colleagues, friends and relatives.

Thus, on December 2, it was party time at Akbar Banquet and Restaurant in Garden City where it was a kind of a reunion for many of Dr. Anand’s friends and relatives. Old colleagues and friends recalled old days and revived old memories. Their narratives may have been different but there was a thread of unanimity when it came to describing Dr. Anand. Each one of them described Dr. Anand as a perfect gentleman- humble, caring, accommodating and extremely warm. His unflinching faith in God and his unfailing courage in charting the course of his life despite his physical handicap invited their admiration and appreciation. And, on top, each of his old friends described him as a man who always cherished the finest family, social and professional values.

The highlight of the celebration was an entertainment segment wholly crafted and presented by the family. The five grandchildren of Dr. Anand stole the gathering’s hearts with their lovely performances which included, singing, dancing and   a bit of acting in an adorable skit. The credit should be given to Aikta and Vaishali who must have spent hours and days training them for a memorable performance.

Dr. Satish Anand and wife Gitanjli spoke briefly to thank the gathering for their affection and presence. It was a pleasure to find them singing a duet, which, one can guess they must have been warbling all their lives.

Many more years of health and happiness to Dr. Satish Anand. Tum jeeyo hazaron saal  aur saal ke din hon pachaas hazaar.