Ascentia UAE had the immense privilege of being part of the UAE delegation at the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD), conducted by the Ministry of External Affairs, India , from 8th to 10th January 2025 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

The journey began with H.E. Shri Satish Sivan Consul General of India to Dubai, flagging off the UAE contingent, setting the stage for a meaningful and vibrant event.

Key Highlights from PBD 2025:
PM Narendra Modi Inaugural Address:
The Honorable Prime Minister highlighted India’s dynamic growth across all sectors and its readiness to meet the global demand for skilled labour.
Valedictory Ceremony with Smt. Droupadi Murmu – 15th President of Republic of India
The Honorable President presided over the closing ceremony and presented the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards, recognizing the outstanding contributions of the Indian diaspora as a living bridge between India and the world.

We had the honor of meeting inspiring Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award winner from UAE
Mr. Ramesh S Ramakrishnan Chairman of Transworld Group of Companies , Dubai.

Together, we continue to build bridges between nations and celebrate the spirit of Indian excellence worldwide!
Consulate General of India Satish Sivan Ministry of External Affairs, India Narendra Modi Droupadi Murmu – 15th President of Republic of India Global Economic Forum Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Dev Pragad RakshaRaksha Nikhil Khadse Binny Bansal ashok mago Ashwini Vaishnaw narsinghen hambyrajen Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Ascentia UAE Ascentia Abu Dhabi