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Connect with your roots: Punjab Government's Youth Visit Scheme

November 09, 2026

Connect with your roots: Punjab Government's Youth Visit Scheme

High Commission of India Wellington

Invites expressions of interest from eligible young people of Punjabi origin in New Zealand, Vanuatu, Cook islands, Samoa and Niue.

CONNECT WITH YOUR ROOTS

Punjab Government's Youth Visit Scheme

The Government of Punjab invites young people of Punjabi origin living overseas to visit their ancestral homeland and experience Punjab's rich cultural heritage, history and traditions through its “Connect with Your Roots” scheme. Expected duration of the programme is 10 days.

Who Can Apply? 

• Age: 16–22 years

• Ancestral roots in Punjab

• Priority to first-time visitors

What’s Included: 

Accommodation & meals in India

Local travel

(Note: International airfare to be borne by participants)

How to Apply: Send your details (Name, Father's Name, Age, Gender, Passport No., Nationality) to:

hcoffice.wellington@mea.gov.in, hoc.wellington@mea.gov.in , inf.wellington@mea.gov.in

Participation is subject to eligibility and selection by the competent authorities.
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