The second edition of the “India in Bahrain Festival” drew more than 2,000 visitors to Dana Mall in Sanabis, showcasing India’s cultural diversity through performances, art, and cuisine. The event, organized by the Indian Embassy in collaboration with Lulu Hypermarket Bahrain and Dana Mall, took place on February 21.
Indian Ambassador to Bahrain, Vinod K. Jacob, inaugurated the festival, which featured performances by 17 Indian community associations presenting classical and folk traditions from various regions of India. The event, part of the Ministry of External Affairs’ Promotion of Cultural Ties with Diaspora (PCTD) initiative, also included an art exhibition titled ‘India Through My Eyes,’ featuring 42 paintings by 20 artists.
Visitors explored stalls run by over 20 Indian community associations, offering traditional handicrafts and authentic cuisine. The Embassy provided additional support through a dedicated consular services counter.
The festival’s success underscores the Embassy’s ongoing efforts to strengthen cultural bonds between India and its diaspora community in Bahrain, while promoting cultural exchange between the two nations.
