on 9th January Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas is celebrated. On this day, respect is given to all those NRIs who are enhancing the honor of India by living abroad. Their achievements are honored and rewarded on this day. So let us first know why Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas is celebrated.
Why is Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas celebrated?
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is related to Mahatma Gandhi. In fact, on January 9, 1915, Mahatma Gandhi returned to India from South Africa and sounded the trumpet of freedom movement in the country. Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas is celebrated every year on this day to commemorate the arrival of Mahatma Gandhi and the beginning of the freedom struggle.
What is the history of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas?
Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas started by former Prime Minister of the country Atal Bihari Vajpayee Did it. In 2002, the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee had announced to celebrate this day. Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas was first celebrated in 2003.
Indian diaspora is spread in 48 countries, important contribution in strengthening the economy
According to statistics, NRIs are spread in about 48 countries. Whose population is around 2 crores. NRIs play a big role in the Indian economy. Indian expatriates are at the forefront in sending money back to their country after earning money abroad. According to the World Bank, in 2020, when the world was groaning due to Corona, India had received remittances worth 83 billion dollars. In 2021, this amount increased to $87 billion.
What is the purpose behind celebrating Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas?
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To honor Indians who have achieved special achievements in foreign countries.
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To create a platform to create a network between NRIs and countrymen.
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The youth of the country can be connected with Indians living abroad.
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The main objective behind celebrating this day is to promote foreign investment.