The second day PBD began with a lot of commotion and confusion. Most of the Indian diaspora was left unattended and denied entry into the Grand Hall of Brilliant Convention Centre, where the conference is being held. They were asked to watch the programme only on the big screens outside, which agitated most of them as they had travelled thousands of miles to attend the event.

The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, claimed even though the space was inadequate to accommodate everyone, there was no shortage of love and affection in his heart. However, after today’s ruckus, most of the Indian diaspora felt otherwise.

PM Modi at the Event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that after four years, the PBD has returned in all its glory and grandeur. He praised Indore for being a wonderful city and remarked that the city has a distinct identity in the field of cleanliness.

Mentioning the importance of the previous generations of the Indian diaspora, he suggested that there must be a systematic methodology to document their lives as an authentic historic journey.

Talking about the current generation of the Indian diaspora, PM Modi added that the former had been indispensable in developing the nation’s image worldwide. He said a country and its ideals live in its people’s hearts. Wherever you live, carry India with you.

Narendra Modi

Modi added that Indore has excellent cuisines and recommended that the people enjoy the city’s beauty. He also spoke about the divine and grand expansion of Mahakal Mahalok.

The Future of India

Modi pointed out that India is moving towards becoming a cashless economy. The world is pleasantly surprised about the fact that 40% of real-time transactions take place digitally in the country.

India is also making remarkable progress in space technology, scientific development and digital infrastructure.

Today, India has an opportunity to become the skill capital and knowledge centre of the world. Our youth have skills, values, passion and honesty to do good work.

India a Reliable Partner in Regional and Global Matters

Guyana President Highlights the Historical Importance of PBD

He also praised Modi’s Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas and Sabka Vishwas and added that India is number one in the world in nurturing talents. We are learning a lot from the programmes India is running for expatriates.

Conclusion

The Indo Thai News team spoke to the Indian diaspora to bring you the ground report.

Most of them were unhappy with the poorly managed event. They felt that the 17th PBD was marred by indifference towards the Indian diaspora. They observed that this year’s PBD paled compared to the much better-managed 2019 PBD held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

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The 17th PBD has brought together the most influential and motivated Indian diaspora. You experience a positive vibe as you get closer to the venue. The streets are spotless and helpful police officers guide you from miles away.

The event is as grand as it comes. At the entry, you are greeted by captivating performances of a talented team of Dhol Tasha (drummers). Their energetic roars set the vibrant tone of the event.

The morning session was inaugurated by lighting the lamp, followed by a welcome speech by the Hon’ble Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Anurag Singh Thakur.

Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the long serving Chief Minister of MP, invited people to experience the quality life in MP— to taste not just its mouth-watering food but the culture too.

A cheerful thank you note from Ms Meeta R Lochan, Secretary, Department of Youth Affairs, marked the end of the first session.

The 17th PBD offered a flavourful food platter of Indore’s delicious cuisine for attendees to savour. From spicy chaats and piquant bhutte ka kees to succulent kebabs, there was something for everyone.

The flavours of Indore’s famous poha, jalebi, and kachoris will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

The Indo Thai News team took the opportunity to indulge in Indore’s culinary delights at PBD 2023.

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One thing that makes Indore special is its unique blend of traditional and modern culture. The city is home to several ancient temples, palaces, and monuments, including the admirable Rajwada Palace and the pious Khajrana Temple.

Indore is also home to many modern shopping malls, restaurants, and entertainment venues, making it an excellent place for tourists and locals to experience the best of both worlds.

The Indo Thai News team took a stroll down the famous streets of Indore to get a taste of its delicious street food. With Chaat, Pav Bhaji, Pani Puri and more, Indore has a lot to offer to the hard-core foodies.

Indore is also home to fine restaurants serving various cuisines, from Indian to Chinese to Italian. And what’s more, Indore serves delicious cuisine with an emotional touch.

One thing that has been of great awe to us is Indore’s warm and welcoming people. The locals are amiable and always ready to help. They go the extra mile to reach out and help tourists, making it an excellent place for travellers.

On our way from the airport to the hotel, we interacted with Manoj Sharma, a friendly and experienced driver. The second person who impressed us was our assistant hotel manager Amit Chourey.

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