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On 07 November 2026 (Saturday), the Embassy of India in Croatia celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with members of the Indian diaspora at the Embassy premises in Zagreb.

November 07, 2026

On 07 November 2026 (Saturday), the Embassy of India in Croatia celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with members of the Indian diaspora at the Embassy premises in Zagreb.

The celebrations were attended by approximately 250 members of the Indian diaspora. Ambassador Arun Goel extended his warm greetings and wished everyone a very Happy and Prosperous Diwali.

The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of diyas. This was followed by a series of traditional songs and vibrant cultural performances by talented members of the Indian diaspora, adding colour and festive spirit to the occasion.

The Santoshi Kirtan Band presented devotional bhajans, while Ms. Ana Apsaradha and her troupe enthralled the audience with their cultural performance. The programme also featured a musical performance by Ms. Avneet Kaur Royar, further enriching the celebrations. Refreshments were served to the guests.

The event was marked by an atmosphere of joy, warmth, enthusiasm and togetherness, reflecting the spirit of Diwali and the importance of celebrating India's rich cultural traditions with the diaspora community abroad.

Members of the Indian diaspora warmly appreciated the Embassy's initiative and expressed their hope for more such community-oriented celebrations in the future.