Mash 2012 launched

A model displays one of the early costume designs for Mashramani 2012 activities, which were presented at yesterday’s launch. (Anjuli Persaud photo)

Masharamani 2012 was launched last evening at the Umana Yana under the theme ‘Mashin’ with Pride, Keepin’ we Tradition Alive.’

An added feature this year, it was revealed, will involve taking the top three singers in the Chutney competition to Trinidad and Tobago to participate in their competition. This was as a result of interest expressed by the Trinidadians.

In addition, the Ministry of Culture,