Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: PM Modi to visit Odisha on Jan 8, attend the mega event on Jan 9

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to arrive in Bhubaneswar on January 8 to attend the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas being organised in Odisha for the first time.

As per the schedule, PM Modi will arrive at Bhubaneswar airport at around 8 pm on January 8, and spend the night at Raj Bhavan.

PM Modi will attend the mega event on January 9 at Janata Maidan in the State Capital, sources informed.

Hosting Pravasi Bharatiya Divas for the first time, Odisha aims to shine a spotlight on its vibrant arts and traditions. 

The event will see participation from distinguished figures, starting with the Minister of External Affairs, S. Jaishankar, on the opening day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address attendees on January 9, followed by a concluding speech by President Droupadi Murmu, underscoring the event's national importance.

Over 10,000 guests, including more than 7,000 overseas Indians, are expected to join the celebrations. This occasion is not only a testament to India's enduring ties with its global Diaspora but also an opportunity to exhibit the unique cultural tapestry of Odisha to the entire world.