Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, an annual day honouring the significant contributions of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), is celebrated every January 9

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This special day marks the historic return of Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa to India in 1915, a key moment in Indian history and the independence movement

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Since its inception in 2003, the biennial Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention brings together the global Indian community to celebrate and connect with their roots in India

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The 2023 Pravasi Bharatiya Divas theme,‘Diaspora: Reliable Partners for India's Progress in Amrit Kaal’, reflects the vital role of the Indian diaspora in the nation's development

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Organized by India's Ministry of External Affairs, Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2024 showcases the achievements and contributions of India's diaspora, strengthening global Indian networks

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Adapting to the global situation, the 16th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in 2021 was conducted virtually, highlighting India's resilience and adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic

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