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The 17th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2023 will take place in January in Indore. Every year on the 9th of January, the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas holiday is observed to honour the contribution of the Indian community living abroad who contributes to the growth of India. Additionally, it honours Gandhi’s journey back to India from South Africa on the 9th of January, 1915. Since 2015, its structure has changed to recognize Pravasi Bhartiya Divas (PBD) once every 2 years and to organise Pravasi Bhartiya Divas Conferences with involvement from policymakers, stakeholders, and experts from the abroad community.
Key Takeaways
- In January 2023, Indore will host the 17th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas
- A Memorandum of Cooperation for hosting the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas was signed by Chief Secretaries of Madhya Pradesh Iqbal Singh Bains and Secretary, Consular, Passport and Visa Division Ausaf Sayeed.
- To recognize the effort of the Indian population living abroad to the growth of India, Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is observed annually on the 9th of January.
- It also honours Mahatma Gandhi’s trip back to India from South Africa on the 9th of January, 1915.
- The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is now celebrated every two years, and its structure has been changed to include conferences with involvement from stakeholders, policymakers, and specialists from the abroad diaspora.
- The 16th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas was celebrated in 2021 with H.E Mr Chandrikapersad Santokhi, the Hon’ble President of the Republic of Suriname, as the chief guest.
- The 16th PBD was conducted in a virtual setting with the topic “Contributing to Aatmanirbhar Bharat” last year during the COVID-19 epidemic.
- The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports served as the focal point for the Youth PBD, which was held on January 8, 2021, with the theme “Bringing together Young Achievers from India and the Indian Diaspora.”
About Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2023
- In India, the ninth of January is marked as Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.
- In 2003, this holiday was legally declared.
- Arindam Bagchi, a spokesman for the Ministry of External Affairs, said that the 17th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2023 would take place in Indore in January of the following year.
- He said that Ausaf Sayeed, the secretary of the consular, passport, and visa division, and Iqbal Singh Bains, the chief secretary of Madhya Pradesh, had signed a cooperation agreement to host the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas. Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, also attended the event.
- Additionally, Mahatma Gandhi’s arrival in Mumbai (formerly Bombay) on 9th January 1915 after his exile in South Africa is remembered on this day.
- On this day, Indians living abroad are recognized for their contributions to India’s growth.
- The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs, and the Confederation of Indian Industry are the sponsors of the day’s festivities (CII).
History of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
The decision to observe Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was made in line with the suggestions made by the L. M. Singhvi-led High-Level Committee (HLC) on the Indian community, which was established by the Indian government. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the country’s then-prime minister, accepted the Committee’s recommendation during a public event on January 8, 2002, at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi, and on 9th January 2002, he declared the “Pravasi Bharatiya Divas” (PBD).
Since 2003, the day has been celebrated, and up until 2015, it was an annual event. A concept called Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) was launched in 2009 and allows those with Indian heritage and their domestic partners to work and reside permanently in India. “Contributing to Aatmanirbhar Bharat” served as the subject of the 16th Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas.
Importance of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
The importance of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas lies in the fact that it not only reconnects NRIs with their roots but also honours their achievements. It recognizes the challenges that Indian expatriate employees encounter while they live and work overseas. The day serves as a forum for building an international network of NRIs and connecting the youth of today with immigrants. The immigrants will benefit from this and be able to grow and considerably advance the nation. PBD Conventions support the development of a worldwide network of NRIs.
Theme of Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2023
The 2021 Pravasi Bharatiya Divas had the theme of “Contributing to Aatmanirbhar Bharat.” The 16th PBD was conducted virtually last year on 9th January 2021, during the COVID-19 epidemic. The PBD Convention was divided into three parts: the Inaugural, the Plenary, and the Valedictory.
The Hon. President of the Republic of Suriname Mr Chandrikapersad Santokhi delivered the keynote speech at the PBD Convention, which was opened by Shri Narendra Modi, Hon. Prime Minister of India.
During the first session, the fifteen winners of the online Bharat ko Janiye Quiz for youngsters were also announced. Every Indian Mission and Post overseas received a live broadcast of the event. The subject for Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2023 has not yet been made public.
How to Register for Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2023?
Registration for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2023 is simple and cost-free. The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas official site, https://www.pbdindia.gov.in, is where you may register.
To participate in Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in 2023, follow these simple steps:
- Step 1: Go to the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas site, https://www.pbdindia.gov.in/, and click the registration direct link. You’ll be directed to the registration form.
- Step 2: Select the Registration Category you want to register under, such as Indian Citizen, Non-Resident Indian, or Person of Indian Origin.
- Step 3: Select your registration class and accurately complete the PBD 2023 registration form by providing personal, contact and other details.
