Bengaluru: Residents of JP Nagar had an energetic start to their Sunday through Happy Streets by The Times of India. Panduranga Nagar near Adarsh Rhythm Apartments saw locals step out in good numbers, enjoying a traffic-free stretch filled with fitness, music, and a warm sense of community.The morning had something for everyone. Heartfulness opened the day with a yoga session that drew residents looking for a calm, grounded start to their weekend. Adding a local flavour, Panduranga Nagar Association and Step Nation kept the energy flowing with three cheerful performances — a women’s group dance, a kids’ group dance, and a soulful veena instrumental by residents, giving a classical touch.Swingers Dance Inc. got the crowd on their feet with a zumba session, while Let’s Move Dance Academy and Kalanandana School of Dance added more colour to the morning with their own dance performances. Mic & Melody and From Mug to Mic brought live music and interactive singing to the street, making sure there was no shortage of entertainment for music lovers.Art found its place too. NeeRav Arts Village ran art classes, while Prashree Art drew a steady stream of curious visitors with mandala art, and Retrovarna School of Arts set up drawing classes that welcomed both kids and elders in a quiet corner of creativity that many seemed happy to linger in.My India Quest ran a lively quiz game and kept participants engaged, while Reclaim Constitution offered something more thoughtful — printing of the Constitution, sparking small conversations about civic life. The Postcrossing Welfare Society of India brought a delightful old-world charm, encouraging residents to write and distribute postcards and introduced many to the world of philately.Throughout the morning, presenting sponsors Bhima Jewellers engaged visitors with crowd quizzes and a lucky draw announcement.
