Irma Piovano from Italy was all smiles after she witnessed the cultural extravaganza at Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya on Tuesday. She is one of the 21 members of the delegation which is now touring India to acquaint themselves with the rich cultural heritage of India.
On a two-day tour to U’khand, a delegation appointed by President of India reached Haridwar on Tuesday evening to get a glimpse of 'Anokha Bharat', a programme showcasing the timeless cultural traditions of India. They visited Raj Bhawan in Dehradun and thereafter visited Dev Sanskriti VIshwavidyalaya late Tuesday evening to get the glimpse of eternal India surviving the onslaught of time.
Speaking to The Pioneer, chancellor of Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya Dr Pranav Pandya said, "I met the delegation at Raj Bhawan. We are proud to share that the members of the delegation visited only one place in Haridwar and that is our university. The university represents the peerless beauty of the Indian culture and ethos. This is what they have appreciated a lot."
Speaking volume of the Indian culture, he said it embodies the world culture. "Indian philosophy teaches the way of life as to how to lead life free from stress. This ancient wisdom has been beckoning people from across the world since times immemorial," he added.
Giving background of the delegates, Pandya said, "21-member delegation comprises those from Brazil, Poland, Russia, Italy, Canada, Turkey , Romania, China, USA and some other countries. Nine of the delegation are from India." Kenneth Gregory from Denmark said, "The earthen décor brightly painted with Indian portraits and the murals on the walls cast a spell on me. The students here are good at dancing and other fine arts skills. Full of colour and joy, the spirit of India represents a perpetual festival. Anokha Bharat programme was a splendidly organised."