Indian Standard Time Performs Canadian National Anthem As Canucks Host South Asian Celebration Night

The Vancouver Canucks hosted South Asian Celebration night on March 29 vs Edmonton.

The night featured contributions of Canadian South Asians to hockey and hockey culture in BC.

The NHL careers and impact of two prominent individuals of Indian descent - Manny Malhotra and Robin Bawa - were told throughout the night.

Hockey Night in Canada in Punjabi's broadcasters joined Canucks host Hannah Bernard in-bowl and featured in content videos over the course of the night.

Indian Standard Time performed the Canadian national anthem on South Asian Celebration Night in Vancouver, who also honoured Robin Bawa as he dropped the puck.

Live musical performances was also featured Dehli 2 Dublin (pre-game and intermission) and South Asian Arts Society bhangra dancers and drummers (in game and intermission).

Vancouver legend Vikram Vij took part in a "What's cooking?" segment, delving in to the delectable Indian cuisine options available at the game.

🎉 #CANUCKS WIN!! 🎉 pic.twitter.com/jLW1AEgfT8

— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) March 30, 2018

Prior to the game, fans were encouraged to head to the Toyota Plaza for pre-game festivities, featuring a dance performance by the South Asian Arts Society as well as bhangra music performed by DJ Jovan Heer.

Relive some of the best sights and sounds from the #Canucks South Asian Celebration Night at @RogersArena. pic.twitter.com/ygeb727p8D

— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) March 30, 2018

FINAL: @Canucks (2) - @EdmontonOilers (1)
Recap: https://t.co/icvvm75rG3 #EDMvsVAN pic.twitter.com/FkLSOsCjOn

— NHL (@NHL) March 30, 2018

Former #Canucks forward Robin Bawa, the first @NHL player of South Asian descent, with tonight's ceremonial puck drop! pic.twitter.com/O1M9AxLcrY

— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) March 30, 2018