Archive · 17 Nov 2025
Global Celebration of Bhagavad Gita's Teachings
People around the world celebrated a special day for an important book called the Bhagavad Gita.
This book teaches about doing good things, being smart, and understanding life.
Indian embassies and groups in many countries had parties with music, dancing, talks, and food.
In China, a special translation of the book was very popular.
These parties are also getting ready for a big event in India where the Gita was first shared.
Indian diplomatic missions worldwide celebrated International Gita Mahotsav 2025.
Events promoted the spiritual and philosophical teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, focusing on duty, righteousness, and knowledge.
Celebrations took place in Trinidad and Tobago, China, Mozambique, Switzerland, and other locations.
In China, a popular Chinese translation of the Bhagavad Gita saw significant public interest with its latest edition in 2025.
These events serve as precursors to the 10th International Gita Mahotsav in Kurukshetra, India.
- Who
- Indian diplomatic missions worldwide and participants
- What
- Celebration of International Gita Mahotsav 2025, promoting the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita.
- When
- November 17, 2025 (event in Port of Spain mentioned)
- Where
- Various locations including Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago), Shanghai (China), Salamanga near Maputo (Mozambique), and Switzerland.
- Why
- To celebrate and promote the spiritual and philosophical teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, and to showcase Indian culture and heritage globally.
- Event
- International Gita Mahotsav 2025
- Occasion
- Celebration of Bhagavad Gita's teachings
- Date
- November 17, 2025 (event in Port of Spain mentioned)
- Locations
- Global Indian diplomatic missions (Trinidad and Tobago, China, Mozambique, Switzerland)
- Key Figures
- Jagdeo Singh (Speaker, Trinidad & Tobago), Pundit Prakash Persad (Minister, Trinidad & Tobago), Pratik Mathur (Consul General, Shanghai)