New Delhi: The Ministry of Media of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has launched the second edition of its flagship cultural program, the ‘Global Harmony’ initiative, on November 2, beginning with ‘India Week’ as the inaugural celebration under the Riyadh Season.
The initiative, part of the Quality-of-Life Program supporting Saudi Vision 2030, aims to celebrate the Kingdom’s cultural diversity by recognizing the contributions, traditions, and integration of residents from various nationalities living in Saudi Arabia.
Designed to promote inclusivity, coexistence, and cross-cultural understanding, the Global Harmony initiative showcases the professional, social, and cultural lives of the Kingdom’s residents while celebrating their role in enriching Saudi Arabia’s cultural and economic development.
In collaboration with the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), the Ministry of Media will host a wide range of cultural and entertainment events throughout the Riyadh Season.
The opening celebration, ‘India Week’, honors the Indian community’s longstanding contributions to the Kingdom. The event highlights India’s rich cultural heritage through performances of music and dance, art exhibitions, culinary experiences, and traditional crafts. Leading Indian artists, media figures, and cultural personalities are participating, emphasizing the strong cultural bridge between India and Saudi Arabia.
Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, appreciated the Ministry of Media and the GEA for organizing the festival at Suwaidi Park in Riyadh. “Building on the success of the 2024 edition, this year’s celebration is an even larger tribute to Indian music, dance, cuisine, and handicrafts. I commend the Ministry of Media and GEA for fostering cross-cultural understanding through the Global Harmony Initiative, strengthening people-to-people ties, and reaffirming the historic bond between India and Saudi Arabia,” he said.
The broader Global Harmony Initiative will celebrate 14 distinct cultures represented by residents across the Kingdom, including communities from the Philippines, Indonesia, Egypt, Yemen, Jordan, Uganda, and Ethiopia. The festivities will include concerts, traveling performances, traditional food and craft markets, and family-oriented cultural activities—open to citizens and residents of all nationalities.
