Overview
- The Ministry of Media launched the new edition by starting India Week at Riyadh Season, with events underway at Suwaidi Park in partnership with the General Entertainment Authority.
- Programming showcases Indian music, dance, cuisine, art and traditional crafts, with participation by prominent Indian artists and cultural personalities.
- India’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, praised the expanded edition as a bridge for stronger people-to-people ties after the 2024 debut.
- Organisers confirmed that the series continues beyond India Week to feature celebrations of 14 resident cultures through concerts, family activities, food and handicrafts.
- Communications from the ministry frame the program as a commitment to inclusivity, coexistence and cross-cultural understanding within the Vision 2030 agenda.