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Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan Celebrates Bihar Divas With Culture, Cuisine
The Indian Embassy in a country called Azerbaijan threw a big party to celebrate Bihar Diwas, a day that honors the Indian state of Bihar.
Many important people came, including ambassadors from other countries, journalists and local people.
The Indian ambassador talked about why Bihar is special, like being the place where Buddhism and Jainism began a long time ago.
There was a fashion show where people wore beautiful traditional clothes from Bihar.
Guests got to taste real Bihari food, like tasty snacks and sweets made by chefs from India.
People also saw special products from Bihar, such as silk and hand-painted fabric.
There was music and dancing inspired by Bihar's traditions.
The party helped people in Azerbaijan learn about India's culture and make friends between the two countries.
Everyone seemed to really enjoy the event and showed lots of interest in India's heritage.
The Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan hosted a Bihar Diwas celebration in Baku on Thursday, attended by ambassadors, diplomats, officials, media, influencers, the Indian diaspora and Azerbaijani citizens.
India's Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Abhay Kumar, highlighted Bihar as the birthplace of Buddhism and Jainism, the heartland of the Magadha Empire, home to Nalanda and the Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya.
A fashion show featuring Azerbaijani community members and the Indian diaspora in traditional costumes representing Bihar's heritage received tremendous appreciation.
Guests were served authentic Bihari cuisine prepared by international chefs from India, including traditional savouries and sweets.
Distinctive Bihar products such as Makhana, Bhagalpuri Silk, Madhubani prints and Dal Chadar were showcased, along with music and dance performances.
- Who
- The Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan, led by India's Ambassador to Azerbaijan Abhay Kumar, hosted the event for ambassadors, diplomats, government and business representatives, media, influencers, the Indian diaspora and Azerbaijani citizens.
- What
- A Bihar Diwas celebration featuring a fashion show of traditional costumes, Bihari cuisine, cultural performances and displays of products such as Makhana, Bhagalpuri Silk, Madhubani prints and Dal Chadar.
- Where
- Baku, Azerbaijan, at an event organised by the Indian Embassy.
- When
- Thursday (exact date not specified in the article).
- Why
- To promote India's rich cultural diversity in Azerbaijan and deepen people-to-people ties and cultural understanding between India and Azerbaijan.
Key facts
- Event
- Bihar Diwas celebration hosted by the Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan
- Location
- Baku, Azerbaijan
- Timing
- Thursday (exact date not specified)
- Host
- India's Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Abhay Kumar
- Highlights
- Fashion show with Indian traditional costumes, authentic Bihari cuisine by Indian chefs, music and dance performances
- Showcased Products
- Makhana, Bhagalpuri Silk, Madhubani prints, Dal Chadar
- Heritage References
- Birthplace of Buddhism and Jainism, Magadha Empire, Nalanda, Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Quotes
Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan
Embassy representative
“"Guests were subsequently treated to a vibrant spread of authentic Bihari cuisine, specially prepared by international chefs from India. The distinctive flavours of Bihar, including its traditional savouries and sweets, were widely appreciated by the guests."”
thehansindia.com
“Abhay Kumar highlighted Bihar’s unique place in India’s civilisational history, noting it as the birthplace of Buddhism and Jainism, the heartland of the ancient Magadha Empire, and home to Nalanda and the Mahabodhi Temple.”
thehansindia.com
Sources
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