Odisha to Host the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Bhubaneswar
| Summary/Static | Details |
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| Why in the news? | Odisha is set to host the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas from January 8th to 10th next year in its capital city, Bhubaneswar. |
| Event Name | 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) |
| Dates | January 8 to 10, 2025 |
| Location | Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| Approval | Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi approved the proposal by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). |
| Event Organization | Jointly organized by Odisha Government and MEA. |
| Preparations | - Five-member MEA delegation visited Bhubaneswar. - Committees established for smooth execution. |
| Key Attendees | - President Droupadi Murmu - Prime Minister Narendra Modi - Union Ministers - Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi |
| Prime Minister's Role | - Participates on January 9, 2025. - Launches Pravasi Bharatiya Teerth Express. |
| Global Participation | Over 5,000 diaspora members expected. |
| Cultural and Industrial Showcase | Tours to highlight Odisha's cultural heritage, historical sites, and industrial potential. |
| Significance of PBD | Celebrated on January 9 to honor the contributions of overseas Indians. |
| Historical Background | - Date commemorates Mahatma Gandhi's return to India from South Africa in 1915. - First celebrated in 2003. - Biennial event since 2015. |
| Last Edition | Held in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. |