After artist Prafulla Mohanti, a British citizen of Indian origin, claimed he was denied entry to the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas event after his application was allegedly rejected for not possessing a PAN card, the sources clarified that a PAN card is not required for registration.
A delegate from the United States, Sarabjit Singh Dhillon, attending the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Odisha, expressed his admiration for India's progress and organisation of the event. "Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is very well organised...It is great to see India prospering and going ahead.
The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, celebrating the contributions of the Indian diaspora, is being held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from January 8 to 10. The event, organized in partnership with the Odisha State Government, has brought together representatives from over 70 countri
The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, a celebration of the Indian diaspora, is being held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from January 8 to 10. The event, which is organized in partnership with the Odisha State Government, brings together representatives from over 70 countries under the
EAM Jaishankar at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas emphasised Odisha's potential for growth in trade, technology, and tourism, urging both domestic and international stakeholders to invest in the state's future.
At the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasised the contributions of India's younger generation in global developments and reflected on PM Modi's unique connection with the youth. He urged the Indian diaspora to promote India's tourism and highlight
As the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas began here on Wednesday, Odisha Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo welcomed the delegates of the three-day event. He added that the state will show its rich culture to the world during the event.
Odisha, celebrated for its rich spiritual and cultural heritage, is all set to host the 18th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, which promises to welcome a diverse gathering of delegates and dignitaries from around the globe.
In an interview with ANI, he praised the Indian government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for organising the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. He noted that they cannot talk about India without mentioning the Indian diaspora.