Rangeela, an annual evening of multicultural music and dance that benefits the March of Dimes, takes place on Saturday, November 23, at High School North. The annual show, organized by the Mercer County Chain Reaction Youth Council, a nationally recognized March of Dimes youth group, is usually attended by more than 800 people.
The Chain Reaction comprises area high school students who are dedicated to the mission of the March of Dimes. They host awareness events and fundraisers for the March of Dimes year round. Rangeela has helped the Chain not only become one of the highest fundraising youth teams, but has also contributed to the Chain’s national recognition.
Co-presidents are Pranay Nadella, a student at High School South, and Meghnee Patel, a student at High School North. Although the Chain Reaction was originally active in only the West Windsor-Plainsboro school district, the group has expanded and now includes students at Robbinsville High School, Princeton High School, Princeton Day School, and SciCore Academy.
March of Dimes, the leading non-profit organization for maternal and infant health, celebrates its 75th anniversary and its ongoing work to help all babies get a healthy start in life. With chapters nationwide and its premier event, March for Babies, the March of Dimes works to prevent birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality.
Rangeela dates back to 2001, when it was founded by Rahul Bansal, when he was a student at High School North. Bansal graduated from Georgetown University and is now an associate at Greentech Capital Advisors. Since its inception, the event has raised more than $500,000 for the March of Dimes. Neeraj Devulapalli, a student at Princeton Day School, is chairing Rangeela this year.
Rangeela will feature dances by local choreographers and music by Sunil Mungee, an Indian singer. The musical evening will be followed by an Indian dinner from Palace of Asia. Ticket prices range from $20 for students to $100 for VIP. Contact Kitara Garner at kgarner@marchofdimes.com or 732-952-9021 or visit marchofdimes.com/newjersey for information.
Rangeela 12th Anniversary, March of Dimes, High School North, 90 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro. Saturday, November 23, 4 to 8:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit the March of Dimes. $20 to $100. 609-448-7620. www.marchofdimes.com/newjersey
