Promoting Vietnamese culture at international festivals in India.

Two Vietnamese art troupes, with the support of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, shone at two prestigious international cultural festivals in India in recent days.

The Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC), under the Indian Embassy in Hanoi, has successfully coordinated and supported two Vietnamese art troupes in participating in major international cultural festivals in various locations across India.

A performance of the Chau Van folk song "Co Doi Thuong Ngan" at the International Tribal Festival, India.

A 12-member folk art troupe from the National University of Arts Education (NUAE) participated in the International Tribal Festival from November 15–24 in major cities across North and East India such as Lucknow, Kolkata, Shillong, and Guwahati.

These events are part of the annual festival series of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), which invites international artists, including those from Vietnam, to perform and showcase their country's cultural heritage through performances such as the folk dance "Trong Com" from the Northern Delta, Quan Ho folk singing "Moi Nuoc Moi Trau" and Chau Van singing "Co Doi Thuong Ngan"...

All expenses for the artists' delegation in India were covered by ICCR.

Artists perform the Rice Drum Dance at the International Tribal Festival.

In addition, a traditional performing arts troupe of eight members from the Vietnam Dance Academy participated in the Bali Yatra Festival in Cuttack, Odisha state, from November 19-22. The entire trip was sponsored by the Odisha state government with the support of the Indian Ministry of External Affairs .

The troupe's performances showcased Vietnam's rich artistic traditions, stretching from the northern mountainous regions to the Red River Delta and the Central Highlands, captivating Indian audiences with their vibrant presentation and reflection of the diverse cultures of various regions in Vietnam.

The Vietnamese team participated in the Bali Yatra Festival in Cuttack, Odisha.

During the trip, the performing arts groups also participated in many meaningful side activities, including cultural exchanges with other international performing arts groups, visits to famous landmarks in India, and cordial meetings with local officials. These experiences not only helped broaden understanding of Indian culture but also strengthened the friendly relations between the two countries and their people.

The warm friendship, understanding, and close ties between the peoples of the two countries are key elements in the comprehensive strategic partnership between India and Vietnam. SVCC, the Embassy of India in Hanoi, together with ICCR – New Delhi, the Indian Ministry of Culture, and the Indian state governments, will continue to promote bilateral cultural exchanges and strengthen people-to-people ties towards a stronger comprehensive strategic partnership.

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