The Indian community in Malaysia pulled off an extraordinary feat, welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a record-setting cultural extravaganza. At the opulent ‘Selamat Datang Modiji’ program, 800 artists delivered a synchronized dance medley of India’s richest folk and classical traditions, holding the audience spellbound for five minutes straight. This groundbreaking act has now entered the annals as a Malaysian record.
PM Modi, sharing the stage with Anwar Ibrahim, couldn’t hold back his praise for the performers’ zeal. His post captured the essence: a ‘grand jubilation of Indian culture’ in Kuala Lumpur. He showered accolades on the participants, making the dance the undisputed star of the Mines International Exhibition and Convention Centre event.
Hosted by Indian residents, the ceremony attracted massive crowds, with 12,000 attendees immersing in the festive spirit. The External Affairs Ministry highlighted the palpable warmth between the PMs, underscoring the event’s role in cultural exchange. It beautifully illustrated the diaspora’s power in bridging India and Malaysia.
In his speech, Modi hailed overseas Indians as dynamic connectors of heritage and progress. He detailed their pivotal influence on deepening ties and thanked Ibrahim for his steadfast support. This memorable occasion reaffirms the cultural threads weaving stronger Indo-Malaysian bonds for generations ahead.