India
Thailand – India multi- dimensional relationship moving to new high with presentation of Ramayana of Thailand in Indian cities
4th March 2025
Thailand – India multi – dimensional relationship is expanding and moving to new high with several welcome move by Thailand in recent years.
Thailand and India have historical cultural relationship of over thousands of years sharing common heritage far beyond Buddhism.
“Namaste Thailand Festival 2025″ organised by Embassy of Thailand in New Delhi , Royal Thai Consulate General in Kolkata showcasing the majestic and timeless art of Khon, a UNESCO-recognized Intangible Cultural Heritage of Thailand in New Delhi on 7th February and in Kolkata on 10th February 2025 are important landmarks in strengthening Thailand – India Relationship.
The Khon Performance presenting episodes from Ramayana of Thailand displayed shared cultural heritage of both nations. Thai Performers touched the heart of the audiences in both cities.
The Episode of “HANUMAN- The Mighty Warrior” presented at majestic Victoria Memorial Hall in Kolkata enthralled the Kolkata audience composed of people from different eastern states of India.
The Ramakien, Thailand’s national epic, has its origins to the Indian Ramayana.
Top artists from the Department of Fine Arts, Ministry of Culture of Thailand presented the performance .
Khon is an extraordinary traditional Thai masked dance-drama that seamlessly blends movement, music and mythology.
Namaste Thailand Festival which is in its sixth year is going to play important role in encouraging Indian Tourists to explore Thailand and enhance people to people connect.
Relationship between People of Thailand and people of eastern states of India are strengthening due to efforts of
Miss Siriporn Tantipanyathep, Consul-General of Thailand in Kolkata ,Mr. Piyapan Atipatya, Deputy Consul General, Mrs. Napacharapat Kulrakampursiri Consul of Thailand in Kolkata.
Namaste Thailand Festival 2025 will have spill over positive effect on efforts of Prime Minister of Thailand Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra to boost economy of Thailand.
The Ministry of Tourism and Sports of Thailand has launched Thailand Summer Festivals, a seven-month celebration under the theme ” 7 Months 7 Wonders” , running from March to September 2025. Featuring over 70 events across seven categories—Songkran, Pride, Cultural Festivals, Music, Sports, Food, and Arts & Creativity as a part of “Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025 . ” The Thailand Summer Festivals will showcase diverse events across all regions, boosting local economies while attracting global visitors.
