02/02/2026
‘Resonance: A Friendship that Echoes across the Indian Ocean and Generations’ celebrated the living cultural dialogue between India and the Maldives on 27 January 2026 at the Olympus Theatre, Malé.
The Director of the Indian Cultural Centre, High Commission of India, Maldives guided the audience through the evening, offering reflections drawn from her artistic vision, close collaboration with every artiste, and role in shaping the concept and flow of the programme. HE Mr. G Balasubramanian, High Commissioner of India to the Maldives, highlighted that the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Maldives is being commemorated through meaningful engagements by the High Commission and ICC. The Chief Guest, Hon’ble Minister of Youth Empowerment, Information and Arts, HE Mr. Ibrahim Waheed, emphasised the Hon’ble President of Maldives’ commitment to creating opportunities for youth in arts and culture and appreciated the ICC-facilitated cultural exchange programmes sending Maldivian artistes to ICCR-supported international platforms in India. The Director also underscored the pivotal role of cultural diplomacy in building bridges, and the extensive work of ICC in promoting arts and culture in the Maldives under the guidance of the High Commissioner.
The evening unfolded across three cultural movements. It began with ICC students’ vocal performances, led by India-based classical vocal teacher Mr. Aamir Hussain, blending classical discipline with expressive participation. This was followed by dance, a vibrant showcase comprising North Indian classical and semi-classical forms, traditional Maldivian dances, and a fusion Indo–Maldivian composition by ICV students guided by ICC’s India-based dance teacher, Ms. Anukriti Vishwakarma and her Maldivian counterpart Ms. Nuha Naseer. The programme culminated with a soulful Qawwali by the Taj Qawwali Group from Agra, led by Mr. Imran Khan and sponsored by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, supported by the High Commission of India in Maldives.
The evening concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks by the Director, expressing gratitude to the National Centre for Arts, Bidhabin Events, ICC students, friends, volunteers, and technicians for their warmth, support, and continued solidarity—pillars of the ICC’s vibrant cultural ecosystem.
Indian Council For Cultural Relations
India in Maldives (High Commission of India, Male)
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
PMO India
Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Information and Arts
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Maldives
Ministry of Dhivehi language , Culture and Heritage
Ministry of Sports, Fitness, and Recreation
National Centre for the Arts
Bidhabin Events
Diaspora India Connect
