Dinesh Trivedi says cultural exchanges complement diplomatic engagement between Bangladesh and India
Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Shri Dinesh Trivedi has underscored the importance of cultural exchanges in strengthening people-to-people ties between Bangladesh and India.
He said cultural activities help bring communities together and remain an important dimension of bilateral relations, complementing diplomatic engagement and cooperation in other areas.
Trivedi made the remarks while attending a Dandiya and Garba Night organised by the Indian Association of Bangladesh (IABD) in Dhaka on Friday night.
The event celebrated India's rich cultural heritage and festive traditions, featuring colourful performances by members of the Indian community.
The evening showcased traditional Indian dance and music, bringing members of the community together to celebrate their cultural roots and share their festive traditions in Bangladesh.
Dandiya and Garba are traditional Indian folk dances closely associated with Navratri, a major Hindu festival marked by music, dance and community gatherings.
Cultural activities and community events provide opportunities for people from different backgrounds to engage with each other's traditions and foster closer social connections.
The event reflected the role of cultural diplomacy in complementing formal diplomatic engagement and sustaining people-to-people connections between Bangladesh and India.
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