By Wendy Keyes/March of Dimes
On October 18, 2014 at West Windsor Plainsboro High School North, the Mercer County Chain Reaction Youth Council is hosting its annual show, Rangeela. Rangeela is a multi-cultural evening of dance, live music and food, and is attended by over 800 people from the Central Jersey area. Rangeela is organized by the nationally recognized March of Dimes youth group, Mercer County Chain Reaction Youth Council.
This event has become one of the most eagerly anticipated events for the local community, as it draws a wide spectrum of talent and an enthusiastic audience. Rangeela is a success due to dedicated youth members and generous community participation. The show dates back to 2001, when it was founded by Rahul Bansal, a West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North graduate. Since its inception, Rangeela has raised over $500,000 for the March of Dimes. The 2014 Rangeela co-chairs are Chair Ketan Thakker, Divakar Tanjore and Rena Patel.
This year, Rangeela will feature dances by prominent local choreographers, and a featured performance by award winning Bollywood Playback Singer Samir Date, accompanied by Dipalee Somaiya. There will also be a special appearance and performance by Articulate Ability, an ensemble of visually challenged dancers. The enchanting musical evening will be followed by a gourmet Indian dinner from The Pind (Palace of Asia). The show will begin at 4 pm, and ticket prices vary from $100 (VIP) to $20 (student).
The Chain Reaction is comprised of local area high school students who are dedicated to the mission of the March of Dimes. This group of over 20 youth volunteers hosts various awareness events and fundraisers for the March of Dimes year round, including Rangeela. This mega-event has helped the Chain not only become one of the highest fundraising youth teams, but has also contributed to the Chain’s national recognition.
The Chain Reaction was originally active in only the West Windsor-Plainsboro school district. Over the years the group has expanded and now includes participation from students who attend various high schools in Mercer County: West Windsor-Plainsboro (North & South), Robbinsville High School, Princeton High School, Princeton Day School, and SciCore Academy.
For Rangeela ticket information and sponsorship opportunities, visit http://bit.ly/Rangeela2014 or contact Marc Spencer at (732) 952-9017 [email protected].

