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Wellington Mutamizh Sangam and Hindu Council of NZ-Wellington, in association with the High Commission of India Wellington, celebrated Makar Sankranti and Pongal at Avalon Park, Lower Hutt on 22 January 2022. High Commissioner H.E. Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi attended the event as the Chief Guest. The event included many activities like kite-flying, cycle competition, cultural performances, etc. Mayor of Lower Hutt, Mayor Campbell Barry and MP for Hutt-South, Ms. Ginny Andersen MP also attended the event.
Posted On: January 28, 2022
On the occasion of 73rd Republic Day of India, High Commissioner Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi launched a handbook titled “Exporting to New Zealand” on 26 January 2022. The report is intended to provide valuable information to Indian exporters about the New Zealand market, thereby opening new opportunities for them to venture into it. The report has been prepared jointly by India in New Zealand (High Commission of India, Wellington) and Duco Consultancy
Posted On: January 28, 2022
On the occasion of the 73rd Republic Day of India, High Commissioner Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi launched an "Indian Community e-Directory" on 26 January 2022. It is a comprehensive list of Indian associations, socio-cultural organizations, dance/music/language schools, places of worship and multi-lingual ethnic media. This would help the members of the Indian Community to connect with each other. NOTE: If the name of Organization/Association has not been included in this e-Directory, please share the details of Organization/Association at inf.wellington@mea.gov.in - we will be happy to update the e-Directory.
Posted On: January 28, 2022
On the occasion of the 73rd Republic Day of India, and as part of Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), High Commissioner Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi launched a booklet titled “101 Maori Proverbs” on 26 January 2022. It consists of 101 popular Maori Proverbs with Hindi & English translations. The sole idea behind bringing this Booklet out was to connect the people of Indian & Maori communities and highlight the similarities between these two cultures
Posted On: January 28, 2022
High Commission of India celebrated the 73rd Republic Day of India, at India House, Wellington. Members of the Indian diaspora and friends of India participated with enthusiasm. Indian community members presented a series of wonderful patriotic cultural performances.
Posted On: January 28, 2022
The Wellington Punjabi Women Association Inc and High Commission of India celebrated Punjabi Culture & festivities on 15 January 2022 (Ladies event only) showcasing the rich culture and traditions of Punjab on the occasion of 75 years of Independence (India@75) Amrit Mahotsav. Ms. Rakhi Pardeshi, wife of the High Commissioner attended the event as the Chief Guest. Congratulations to the entire team of Wellington Punjabi Women Association Inc, especially Ms. Navneet Kaur, Chairperson.
Posted On: January 27, 2023
The Samoa Digital Library was launched on 17/01/2022 at The National University of Samoa. High Commissioner Mr. Muktesh K Pardeshi was pleased to join virtually the Education Minister of Samoa, Hon’ble Seuula loane Tua’au at the event. The Digital Library is part of the Samoa Knowledge Society Initiative, which is funded by India under India-UN Development Partnership Fund. This is the first Digital Library created in any Pacific Island country.
Posted On: January 27, 2022
Wellington Indian Association Inc. and the High Commission of India celebrated Makar Sankranti with members of the Indian community and organized an event to fly kite on this occasion. Kids, youngsters and veterans participated with enthusiasm and enjoyed the day.
Posted On: January 27, 2022
High Commission of India virtually celebrated the #NationalYouthDay, to mark the birth anniversary of the Indian philosopher & social reformer, #SwamiVivekananda. Speakers: Welcome remarks: H.E. Muktesh Pardeshi, High Commissioner of India -Key Note Address: Prof. J.L. Shaw, Visiting Professor, Te Herenga Waka - Wellington Uni -Swami Tadananda, President, Ramakrishna Vedanta Centres of New Zealand Inc - Mr. Ronil Bhindi, Follower of Ramakrishna Mission Philosophy - Ms. Radhika Budhia, Chair of Youth Club, Wellington Indian Association Inc. - Mr. Jashil Rana, High school student and & Passionate Follower of Swami’s teachings of youth development - Special Address: Hon’ble Dr Gaurav Sharma MP for Hamilton West -Facilitator: Durga Dass, SS(PIC), HCI Wellington.
Posted On: January 15, 2022
High Commissioner Muktesh K. Pardeshi and Mrs. Pardeshi felicitated the veteran Journalist and community leader of Indian origin Mr. Venkat Raman who has recently been honoured with the New Zealand Order of Merit Award. Mr. Venkat Raman has been editing the Indian Newslink since 1999, and has been in journalism for the last 55 years. The event was organized by Aotearoa NewZealand Federation of Tamil Sangam - ANTS on 7th January 2022 in Wellington.
Posted On: January 15, 2022
High Commission of India & वैलिंग्टन हिंदी विद्यालय (Wellington Hindi School) celebrated World Hindi Day 2022 at Bharat Bhavan, Kilbirnie, Wellington. H.E. Muktesh K. Pardeshi gave awards to the winners of the Hindi Essay writing & Poster making competition. Students of Wellington Hindi School presented many colourful performances. High Commission of India also celebrated Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2022 at Bharat Bhavan, Kilbirnie, Wellington. Sir Anand Satyanand, Former Governor-General of New Zealand & former PBD Awardee and Shri Deepak Bhana, President, Wellington Indian Association Inc., also gave their remarks on Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. Members of the Indian community participated in a large number to make these two events successful.
Posted On: January 15, 2022
In the closing week of 2021, High Commissioner Muktesh K. Pardeshi visited South Island, where he met Indian community members in Invercargill. Indian Community in Southland -ICS is an Indian Association based in Invercargill, the Southmost City in New Zealand. There are approximately 800 Indians living in and around Invercargill.
Posted On: January 15, 2022
High Commission of India wishes you a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.
Posted On: December 30, 2021
The Indian Global Business Chamber Organization organized a Maori Haka tribute in Auckland, New Zealand to pay tribute to General Bipin Rawat and other officers who left this World in the tragic Helicopter crash on Dec 8, 2021. General Bipin Rawat (16 March 1958 – 8 December 2021) was an Indian military officer who was a four-star general of the Indian Army. He served as the first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of the Indian Armed Forces from January 2020 until his death in a helicopter crash in December 2021. H.E. Muktesh K. Pardeshi, High Commissioner of India also participated virtually to pay tribute from Wellington along with other High Commission officials.
Posted On: December 30, 2021
High Commissioner H.E. Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi met Hon. Consul General of India to Samoa Mr. Apete Meredith along with High Commissioner of Samoa to NZ H.E. Mr. Leasi Papali’i Tommy Scanlan. Their discussions focused on how to enhance bilateral and developmental relations between the two countries. To contact Consulate General in Samoa, click here: https://www.hciwellington.gov.in/contact/.
Posted On: December 30, 2021
High Commissioner H.E. Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi addressed the 31st @Institute of Pacific United (IPU) graduation ceremony on 17 December 2021. During the ceremony, 74 students, including 12 from India graduated from the tertiary institute based in Palmerston North. To know more about IPU, please visit their website: https://www.ipu.ac.nz/.
Posted On: December 30, 2021
High Commissioner Shri Muktesh K. Pardeshi addressed the Trade Works NZ Board Meeting on 15 Dec 2021 on ways to boost bilateral relations between India and New Zealand. Business leaders of various associations including New Zealand Wine, Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand , Meat Industry Association , NZ Apples and Pears association , Fonterra , TradeWindow , Wellington Chamber of Commerce , ExportNZ, Manufacturing NZ, Beef + Lamb New Zealand, Zespri International , and ABAC participated in the session. New Zealand International Business Forum is an organisation that brings together people from NZ’s export, manufacturing, and services sector where they discuss strategic trade and investment issues.
Posted On: December 30, 2021
Wellington Punjabi Women Association Inc celebrated Punjabi Week and launched the NZ Post Commemorative Stamp which was held at the National Library of New Zealand. The NZ Post stamp was unveiled by Member of Parliament Ms. Ginny Andersen MP and Mr. Durga Dass, Second Secretary, India in New Zealand (High Commission of India, Wellington).
Posted On: December 07, 2021
H.E. Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi, High Commissioner of India to NZ interacted with the representatives of New Zealand media at an informal luncheon.
Posted On: December 07, 2021
Indian Students' Organisation of Te Herenga Waka—Wellington Uni celebrated Diwali in collaboration with India in New Zealand (High Commission of India, Wellington). H.E. Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi, High Commissioner of India to New Zealand lighted the lamp and addressed the gathering.
Posted On: December 07, 2021
We celebrated the #ConstitutionDay of India at the High Commission of India, Wellington. High Commissioner read the Preamble to the Constitution with the other officials of the High Commission.
Posted On: December 07, 2021
High Commission of India in association with Wellington Chamber of Commerce, India New Zealand Business Council, Duco Consultancy & Sun:IT hosted a business event on Information Technology “India’s IT Sector – the Kiwi connections” at the Wellington club on 25 November 2021. High Commissioner H.E. Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi in his opening remarks, highlighted India’s role in the growth of IT Sector in NZ and he also showed the way to the Indian IT company leaders how they can expand their business in other Pacific Island countries using NZ as a base.
Posted On: December 07, 2021
The 552nd Parkash Diwas - Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji was celebrated in front of New Zealand Parliament by Ekta New Zealand Inc & Wellington Interfaith Community & other religious organizations by offering prayers by all religious priests.
Posted On: December 07, 2021
Mr. Marten Rabarts, Festival Director, NZIFF invited H.E. Muktesh K. Pardeshi, High Commissioner, to attend the screening of the Marathi movie "Godavari" as the Guest of Honour with the other High Commission officials at Penthouse Cinema and Cafe, Wellington
Posted On: December 07, 2021
High Commissioner H.E. Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi participated in a Webinar "Opportunities and Challenges for Indian Pharmaceuticals in Oceania Region" organised by the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India in association with various Indian Missions in the region and talked about the prospect of Indian Pharma industries in New Zealand other PICs.
Posted On: December 07, 2021
High Commissioner Muktesh K. Pardeshi participated in a stimulating Roundtable discussion with a group of academics, diplomats and opinion makers on India-New Zealand ties and their priorities in the Indo-Pacific Region at the Asia New Zealand Foundation Office.
Posted On: November 12, 2021
The Wellington Club celebrated Diwali on 5th November 2021. H.E. Muktesh K. Pardeshi, High Commissioner of India, attended the Diwali celebration and highlighted the significance of Diwali. Officials from the High Commission of India with their families also attended the Diwali Dinner Party.
Posted On: November 09, 2021
High Commission of India celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) with Wellington Indian Association Inc. at Bharat Bhawan, Wellington to mark the birth anniversary of Iron Man #SardarVallabhbhaiPatel.
Posted On: November 08, 2021
High Commission of India celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) at the High Commission’s office in Wellington
Posted On: November 08, 2021
High Commission of India in association with NZIIA Wellington Branch - New Zealand Institute of International Affairs hosted 'India Roundtable Discussion' on 6 October 2021. Members from NZIIA, including NZIIA National President Rt. Hon. Sir Anand Satyanand participated in a discussion with the High Commissioner of India, H.E. Mr. Muktesh K. Pardeshi who talked about and answered questions on India-NZ bilateral relations from its inception to present-time.
Posted On: November 08, 2021

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