Promoting cultural exchange between the people of the two countries.

On November 25th, the Indian Embassy in Hanoi organized the 'India Fair - A Celebration of Unity in Diversity' at the Embassy grounds to promote cultural exchange between the Indian and Vietnamese communities, as well as to celebrate the friendship between the people of the two countries.

Attending the India Day were Mr. Phan Anh Son, President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Associations; Mr. Luu Van Duc, Vice President of the Vietnam-India Parliamentary Friendship Group; the Indian Ambassador to Vietnam and his wife; Ambassadors, senior officials from Vietnamese ministries and agencies, friends from Indian friendship associations and businesses, research institutes, members of diplomatic delegations, and the Indian and Vietnamese communities.

Cultural performances at the Indian Fair. (Source: Organizing Committee)

The event lasted only four hours but celebrated the diverse facets of India through cultural performances, culinary experiences from different regions, exhibitions of clothing, arts and crafts, carpets, and groceries displayed at the fair.

Magnificent traditional costumes from various states of India were also on display, embodying the spirit of "Unity in Diversity." In addition, guests had the opportunity to experience traditional Indian henna painting.

The cultural performance showcased various forms of dance, music, and yoga performed by the Indian community and Vietnamese students of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre.

The Indian trade fair attracted a large number of delegates. (Source: Organizing Committee)

The essence of Indian culture is also showcased in short videos recorded by Vietnamese travel companies during their trips to the states of Kerala and Gujarat in recent months.

At the food festival, guests get to experience the diverse flavors of different regions of India.

This year is also the International Year of Millet, so the food festival will showcase various dishes that can be made from millet.

Award ceremony for the painting contest on "Buddhist Architecture of India and Vietnam". (Source: Organizing Committee)

The event included the awards ceremony for the painting contest on “Buddhist Architecture of India and Vietnam,” held in Vinh Phuc province as part of a series of events commemorating the 75th anniversary of India's Independence Day and the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Vietnam.

A view of the Indian Fair. (Source: Organizing Committee)

Here, 14 works in the Student category (ages 6 to 17) and 11 works in the Adult category (ages 22 and over) out of a total of 4,258 entries were awarded prizes by the Indian Embassy. Five paintings that won first and second prizes were displayed at the fair.

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