19th Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas portal goes live in new Delhi

The launch ceremony will take place at Chanakya Hall inside Sushma Swaraj Bhawan. Officials confirmed that this launch marks a crucial step in preparing for the annual diaspora convention.

The interactive online portal will provide prospective delegates with essential event information. It will also allow participants to complete their online registration for the upcoming three-day gathering.

The Ministry of External Affairs and the West Bengal government have jointly developed this digital platform. The site will publish regular updates, official announcements, and scheduled side activities.

The Government of India will host the 19th edition of the flagship convention from January 7 to 9 next year in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Organizers have chosen ‘From Roots to Return: Reigniting Diaspora Connect with Bharat’ as the theme. The event aims to deepen global Indian connections with their homeland.

Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee first instituted the convention in 2003. It serves as a formal platform to recognize and engage the vast overseas Indian community.

since 2015, the Ministry of External Affairs has organized the main gathering biennially. The ministry conducts specialized theme-based conferences during the intervening years to maintain continuous global outreach.

This structured format enables focused discussions across key sectors. It also fosters meaningful networking, skill sharing, and knowledge exchange among members of the Indian diaspora.

President Droupadi Murmu will preside over the valedictory session of the convention. She will also confer the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards to outstanding overseas achievers.

The award represents the highest honour for non-resident Indians and diaspora organizations. It recognizes exceptional contributions toward enhancing India’s global reputation and supporting community welfare.