Ministry of External Affairs has got an overwhelming response from Indians across the world with registrations crossing 7,200 as on Friday.
According to the organisers, a total of 6,346 registrations have been confirmed for PBD 2017 and more than 1,500 and 400 floating NRIs will be part of the event. As per the latest updates, the organisers have also opened on spot registrations counters at the venue.
About 300-400 Indian diaspora youth are participating in the Youth PBD out of which 150 are PIOs who have visited India for the Know Your India programme.diaspora youth are participating in the Youth PBD out of which 150 are PIOs who have visited India for the Know Your India programme.
The event which is being attended by delegates from 72 countries focuses on 'Redefining engagement with the Indian Diaspora'.