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DAYS AND YEARS
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Jan 7
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Jan 9
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Jan 17
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Jan 19
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Detailed explanation-1: -The 17th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas (PBD), or the day for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) that is commemorated annually on January 9, was marked by the Central government with events in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was celebrated for the first time in 2003.
Detailed explanation-2: -Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) or NRI Day is a day celebrated in India to mark the contribution of the overseas Indian community to the development of India.It is celebrated on January 9th every year, on the same day that Mahatma Gandhi returned to India from South Africa in 1915.
Detailed explanation-3: -According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the official theme of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2023 is “Diaspora: Reliable Partners for India’s Progress in Amrit Kaal.” The theme focuses on the importance of the Indian diaspora in the development of the country.
Detailed explanation-4: -The guest of Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas 2023 would be H.E. Ms. Zaneta Mascarenhas, Member of Parliament of Australia. NRI Day is very famous and popular in India.