Plenary Sessions from 8th to 10th January
I. Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: "Beyond Bridges. Diaspora Youth Leadership in Globalized World"
II. Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers: "Stories of Migrant Skills"
III. Green Connections: "Diaspora's Contribution to Sustainable Development"
IV. Diaspora Divas: "Celebrating Women's Leadership and Influence"

"External Affairs Minister Sh. S Jaishankar said that Women-led development is the priority of the Central Government and it has also been incorporated into India's foreign policy. India cannot become a developed nation until we are able to deal with traditional, historical and societal attitudes".

V. Dialogues: "Stories of Culture, Connections and Belongingness"

9th January
Inaugural speech of the
Prime Minister of India Honorable Sh. Narendra Modi Ji:
"Importance of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas and the important role of Non-resident Indians"
https://youtu.be/cEjzOQnj9O0?si=Xg6mNWNPLcIoY2zj

10th January
Valedictory Session: 
"Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award-2025"
Speech of the President of India 
Honourable Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji.
Congratulations to the winners of PBD 2025 Award

"...The goals set towards a developed nation "Viksit Bharat" require the active participation of every countryman, including those living abroad. Together, we can build a 'Viksit Bharat', a nation that stands tall on the global stage and continues to be a beacon of light for the world.
While felicitating 27 Non-resident Indians, President Droupadi Murmu said, the Indian diaspora is an integral part of this grand mission with hope and determination..." 
https://youtu.be/KONiJ4B9XbI?si=7lFA-tP0LSB5FpW_

About the Award:

The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) is the highest honour conferred upon a Non-Resident Indian, Person of Indian Origin, or an organisation/ institution established and run by them.
This award recognizes the contributions of overseas Indians in promoting a better understanding of India abroad, supporting India's causes and concerns, and working for the welfare of the local Indian community.
The selected distinguished overseas Indian community members are honored with the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award by the President of India.

Sudha Didi Ji, Senior Faculty Member of Brahma Kumaris, Trustee of Russia Regional Coordinator has been representing the Brahmakumaris in Russia since 1989. Didi received the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award-2025 on 10th January, 2025 at the 18th Convention of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas held in Bhubaneswar.

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Ms. Sudha Rani Gupta has been awarded the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award for her contribution in "Education'', from Russia.

Ms. Gupta established the "Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University" and has been working tirelessly to impart and promote Spiritual Knowledge, Raja Yoga Meditation, Divine Virtues in Life and the importance of Service to Humanity through both the Governmental and Non-governmental bodies in Russia since 1989.

Ms. Gupta is deeply committed to her mission and contributes towards propagating Indian wisdom in the Russian society as well as amongst the Indian community in Russia. She has authored books in the Russian language on the theme of spirituality and family values.

Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram were also present on the occasion and greeted the Awardees.