An Indian Weekend in Hanoi

Themed "Unity in Diversity", India Fair aims to enhance mutual understanding and promote people-to-people exchanges between India and Vietnam. Together with that, it looks to strengthen bonds between the Indian community in Vietnam and the Vietnamese residents.

In his opening remarks, Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Sandeep Arya said India is diverse in terms of language, traditions, cuisine, costumes, music, arts, handicrafts, customs, festivals, and religions. The fair aims to introduce part of this diversity, thereby connecting the people of the two countries.

Delegates lit the light to launch the fair (Photo: Hai Yen)

According to Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, the friendly relations and cooperation between Vietnam and India is a symbol of unity in diversity. The people of the two countries share common values of patriotism, humanistic traditions, and love of peace. He hopes similar activities will be held regularly and widely in many provinces and cities in Vietnam, thereby improving the understanding and awareness of the Vietnamese people about Indian culture, heritage, values, and traditions, as well as boosting the good friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

Photos at the events:

The jewelry stall counter attracts the attention of many attendees (Photo: Valerie Mai)

Vietnamese attendees take s photo with the Indian fabric display session (Photo: Valerie Mai)

Vietnamese audiences cheer to Indian music and dance performances (Photo: Valerie Mai)

Trying Indian sweets (Photo: Valerie Mai)

International guests enjoy Indian dishes (Photo: Valerie Mai)

Indian curry and bread are sold at the fair (Photo: Valerie Mai)

Q.Hoa t.h / Vietnamtimes