Indian diaspora in Johannesburg gives cultural welcome to PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a vibrant and heartfelt welcome by the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Johannesburg on Friday local time Members of the community showcased folk dances representing 11 Indian states highlighting the rich cultural diversity of India on a global stageThe short cultural programme titled Rhythms of a United India featured performances from Kerala Tamil Nadu Andhra Pradesh Telangana Maharashtra Gujarat Odisha West Bengal Assam Bihar Jharkhand and RajasthanPrime Minister Modi praised the effort calling it a commendable reflection of Indias unity in diversity and the diasporas continued connection to their rootsIndias vibrant cultural diversity on display in South Africa Members of the Indian community took the lead in showcasing folk dances from 11 states of India during a short cultural programme aptly titled Rhythms of a United India It is commendable how the Indian community has remained connected with its roots PM Modi wrote on XLater upon his arrival at a hotel in Johannesburg the Prime Minister witnessed a special musical performance dedicated to the holy river GangaTamil folk singer Kumari Ambigay performed a rendition of the Girmitiya song Ganga Maiya originally a Bhojpuri composition which she translated into Tamil for the occasionIt was a Bhojpuri song which I translated into the Tamil languageI am feeling very happy as I met PM Modi for the first time Ambigay told ANIAs the Prime Minister witnessed the song performance he termed it a joyful and emotional experience PM Modi stressed that the song embodies the hope and unwavering courage of those people who came to South Africa many years backIt was a very joyful and emotional experience for us to witness the performance of the South African Girmitiya song Ganga Maiya in Johannesburg Another special aspect of this performance was that the song was also sung in Tamil This song embodies the hope and unwavering courage of those people who came here many years ago Through these songs and bhajans they kept India alive in their hearts Therefore witnessing this cultural connection still vibrant today is truly commendable PM Modi wrote on XA member of the Indian diaspora who performed to welcome PM Modi expressed happiness over the occasion and considered it as a lifetime momentIt was a lifetime momentPM Modi saw the performance very patiently she told ANIDuring his visit the Prime Minister also met the winners of the Bharat Ko Janiye Know India Quiz He highlighted the importance of the initiative in deepening the diasporas engagement with Indias history and cultureMet the winners of the Bharat Ko Janiye Know India Quiz in South Africa This Quiz encourages members of our diaspora to learn more about Indias history culture and more It truly strengthens our diasporas connect with India PM Modi wrote on XPrime Minister Modi is in South Africa from November 21 to 23 to participate in the G20 Summit 2025This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever