Tanzanian envoy hails international Gita mahotsav in Haryana

PTI Kurukshetra: The annual International Gita Mahotsav is a shining example of how culture can bring people together to promote global harmony and mutual understanding, Tanzania's High Commissioner to India, Anisa K Mbega, said on Friday. Stating that events like Gita Mahotsav are more than celebrations, Mbega said, "They are bridges that connect us, fostering deeper ties and mutual appreciation of our rich cultural heritage." Tanzania is the partner country while Odisha is the partner state for this year's International Gita Mahotsav to be celebrated in Kurukshetra, Haryana, from November 28 to December 15.

The Tanzanian envoy was speaking at a press conference here which was addressed by Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini to provide details about the upcoming festival, which is into its ninth edition this year. Swami Gyananand Maharaj, known for his research on Bhagavad Gita, was also present at the presser. The main events of the festival will be held from December 5 to 11. "I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Haryana government and the organisers for inviting me to be part of this prestigious celebration and for making Tanzania the partner country.

It is an honour for us to be part of the International Gita Mahotsav 2024," Mbega said. "This event is a shining example of how culture can bring people together, promoting global harmony and mutual understanding. Tanzania and India share a relationship that spans centuries. From trade routes to philosophic ideas, our interactions have enriched both the regions and fostered a deep bond grounded in mutual respect," she added.