29/09/2026
Namaste New Zealand 2026 | Auckland
A vibrant celebration of India's culture, heritage and diversity, Namaste New Zealand 2026 brought together over 1,000 members of the Indian diaspora and friends of India at Swaminarayan Mandir, Papatoetoe. The event was graced by Dr Prem Kumar, Hon'ble Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, Dr Parmjeet Parmar, MP, and Dr Madan Mohan Sethi, Consul General of India, Auckland. The programme featured 18 cultural performances showcasing India's rich regional traditions through music, dance and folk arts, along with the Hindi Diwas, Painting and Photography Competition prize distribution ceremonies.
Visitors also enjoyed an ODOP (One District One Product) Showcase, exhibitions of painting and photography competition entries, and a vibrant marketplace featuring gems & jewellery, mehendi art, traditional Indian clothing for ladies and gents, footwear, fashion accessories, handicrafts, cultural displays, and community stalls.
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