Registrations open for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is celebrated once in every two years to strengthen the engagement of the overseas Indian community with the Indian Government and reconnect them with their roots. During the convention, selected overseas Indians are also honoured with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award to recognise their contributions to various fields both in India and abroad.

The 15th PBD Convention themed “Role of Indian Diaspora in building New India” will be held from January 21 to 23 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The participants have the option to choose their stay either in hotels or tented Swiss cottages in Varanasi.

Registration is mandatory for all participants including official delegates, invited guests, government officials, artistes, performers and journalists. Registration will be only through the website http://www.pbdindia.gov.in. The last date for registration as delegate/participant in PBD 2019 Convention is November 15. The registration, programme and payment details are available on the website.

For those who are interested, special arrangements are also being made for participation in Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj on January 24 and Republic Day parade at New Delhi on January 26. Arrangements are also being made for their participation in the Republic Day parade. Diaspora participants will experience India’s rich cultural heritage and progress and innovation through cultural evenings and exhibitions that are being arranged as part of PBD 2019. Further details including the detailed programme can be seen at http://www.pbdindia.gov. in. The Indian High Commission invites all members of the overseas Indian community in Sri Lanka, who are interested in attending the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, to register themselves for the event using the above website.