Indian High Commission in Guyana celebrates India’s 78th Independence anniversary

India’s 78th Independence Day was observed on Thursday with the hoisting of the nation’s flag at Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Queenstown Georgetown.
The event was hosted by the High Commission of India in Guyana and saw the attendance of members of the Indian diaspora, Indian nationals, friends of India, and representatives of cultural organisations in Guyana.

During the event, the Indian High Commissioner to Guyana Dr. Amit Telang hoisted the Indian National Flag followed by the singing of the National Anthem and read out the excerpts from the Address by the President of India Her Excellency, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, on the eve of India’s 78th Independence Day.
He also conveyed his gratitude to President Dr. Irfaan Ali, President on his greetings on the occasion of India’s Independence Day, underling the deep friendship and historical relations between the people of India and Guyana.
The Guyanese leader in a social media post stated “On behalf of the Government and people of Guyana, I extend heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of India on your 78th Independence Anniversary. May this significant milestone be celebrated with pride and joy. May the enduring friendship between our nations continue to flourish.”
However, during the celebrations on Thursday, the audience was treated to cultural items including Indian classical dances, poems, and patriotic songs.
The programme also included a photo exhibition to commemorate the Partition Horror Remembrance Day in collaboration with the National Gallery of Art, Castellani House, and the University of Guyana, Faculty of Education & Humanities. The exhibition was inaugurated by Dr. Amit Telang and prominent members of the Indian community.
This exhibition will continue till August 16.