The Consulate General of India, Birmingham, hosted a screening of the official launch of the website for Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas (PBD) 2027, which was witnessed by prominent diaspora community leaders and invited guests.

Consul General Dr. Venkatachalam Murugan briefed the gathering on the forthcoming 19th Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas Convention, scheduled to be held from 7–9 January 2027 in Kolkata, West Bengal. He highlighted the significance of the Convention as an important platform for strengthening India's engagement with its global diaspora and encouraging greater participation in the celebrations.

The official PBD 2027 website is now live, providing an opportunity for members of the Indian diaspora to explore the Convention and register their participation. The Consulate encouraged the diaspora community across the Midlands and North of England to participate in large numbers and be part of this important celebration in Kolkata, popularly known as the City of Joy.

The enthusiasm among those present was encouraging, with two guests expressing their interest and confirming their participation in the Convention during the gathering.

Members of the diaspora are invited to visit the official website for further details and registration:

https://pbdindia.gov.in