Embassy of India, Zagreb, Croatia : Events/Photo Gallery

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Ambassador Arun Goel met with Indian Chess prodigies Gukesh Dommaraju & Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa before their start of the Super United Rapid & Blitz Croatia 2024 Tournament, which will be held from 30th June to 7th July in the City of Zagreb.

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As part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 themed “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility”, Ambassador Arun Goel administered the Integrity Pledge to Embassy officials, reaffirming commitment to upholding integrity and promoting transparency.
On 28 October, Ambassador Arun Goel met with the Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb, and Prof. Ivan Andrijanić, Chair of Indology, for a fruitful discussion on the future outlook of academic collaboration between India and Croatia. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cultural and educational exchanges, particularly in the field of Indology, where a Sanskrit and Hindi Chair is already established.
Integration Experiences of Foreign Workers in Croatia: India in Focus On Wednesday, 22nd October, a lecture and open discussion on the integration of Indian foreign workers in Croatia was held at HKD Napredak, organised by the Croatian Indian Society. The event started with opening remarks by the Society’s president, Joginder Singh Nijjar. At the discussion, Pallavi Kararha, Head of Chancery, Embassy of India, Zagreb, spoke about the cultural similarities, differences, and how to bridge the gap, along with the challenges faced by many Indian workers in Croatia. Dr. Margareta Gregurović from the Institute for Migration Research presented data on the number of Indian workers, the sectors in which they are employed, and the administrative problems and challenges they encounter. Slide images revealed that over 20,000 Indian citizens have been working in Croatia in 2024, alongside 35,000 Nepali nationals. However, this only includes those whose work permits have been issued; a significant n
As part of a thematic activity under the ongoing cultural initiative of the Embassy of India in Zagreb, the Elementary School Monte Zaro in Pula, which also took part in the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 celebrations, received a collection of Indian literary classics presented by the Embassy through the kind facilitation of Friends of India. This initiative builds upon the existing collaboration between the Embassy and the Elementary School Monte Zaro, further strengthening the partnership established through the longstanding friendship between India and the people of Pula.
Ambassador Arun Goel visited Medvedgrad Fortress, one of Croatia’s most iconic cultural landmarks, on 4 October 2025. During the visit, the Ambassador learned about the fortress’s rich medieval history, met with local representatives, and took in breathtaking views of Zagreb. We thank our gracious hosts for their warm welcome and for sharing the story of Medvedgrad — a symbol of Croatia’s heritage and resilience.
As part of the Groups of Thematic Activities for the Special Period (September 15 – October 2), a special evening was held on October 8, showcasing Indian culture, and heritage. The event brought together friends of India in Croatia and the Indian diaspora in the City of Bjelovar, fostering meaningful connections and mutual understanding. We sincerely thank the Mayor of Bjelovar Mr. Dario Hrebak and Mr. Anwar Rajput and his team for the delicious Indian delicacies, sari workshop, and henna artistry, and Bikash Meche for the inspiring live music. The event was organized with the support of the local Indian diaspora, the City of Bjelovar, and the organizers of the Bjelovar Art Movie Festival, reflecting a shared commitment to cultural dialogue and inclusivity. We look forward to continuing this inspiring collaboration!
156th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi
As part of the ongoing Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 campaign, Ambassador Arun Goel administered the Swacchata Pledge to Embassy officials. The pledge reinforces our shared commitment to a clean & healthy environment for all and reaffirms our commitment to keep workplace & surroundings clean.
Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath’ Shramdaan!
Viksit Bharat Run - 2025
Viksit Bharat Run-2025 held on 28-Sept. 2025 at Park Ribnjak, Zagreb (Croatia)
Viksit Bharat Run 2025 – Zagreb
Pre Event Press Release Viksit Bharat Run- 2025
Open House Session on 24 September 2025 at HKD Napredak in Zagreb.
Viksit Bharat Run 2025!