Indian Cultural Centre - Maldives

16/11/2025

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15/11/2025

ICC at Ahmadhiyya International School’s Tourism Festival 2025 🇮🇳🇲🇻

ICC, under the High Commission of India in Maldives, was honoured to participate in Ahmadhiyya International School’s Annual Travel and Tourism Festival 2025 with a cultural segment comprising soulful music and graceful dance presentations by our India-based ICC teachers, along with a special Indo-Maldivian fusion performance by contemporary dancer Ms. Nuha Naseer.

Director ICC, who graced the event as the Chief Guest, highlighted in her address how tourism and culture strengthen the timeless Indo-Maldivian friendship. She reflected on the power of soft diplomacy where art, music and cultural exchanges build bridges of understanding and shared experiences between nations.

Head of the Tourism Department, Mr. Subbramaniam, expressed sincere gratitude to Director ICC for accepting the invitation at short notice and appreciated ICC’s captivating participation and its steadfast support in fostering cultural friendship.

Director ICC was pleased to meet the Principal, Mr. Mohamed Rasheed, also Deputy Secretary General of Parliament, Maldives who proudly shared the school’s remarkable achievements. The festival featured vibrant cultural presentations and 20 thoughtfully curated student stalls representing countries from across the world. Director ICC enjoyed visiting each stall and later joined the Principal in presenting prizes to students for best stalls under various categories.

Congratulations to Ahmadhiyya International School’s teachers and students for creating a dynamic celebration of creativity, knowledge, and global awareness.

A wonderful day of collaboration and cultural connection.
Indian Council For Cultural Relations
India in Maldives (High Commission of India, Male)
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

10/11/2025

Keraleeyam @ 2025 — A Celebration of Culture, Community & Friendship

One of the biggest Indian diaspora event in recent times, the Kereleeyam@25 led by Mr. Manoj Nair in association with High Commission of India in Maldives and the Indian Cultural Centre began with an inspiring address by His Excellency Shri G. Balasubramanian, High Commissioner of India to Maldives on November 7, 2025. He lauded the contribution of the Indian diaspora, addressed recent remittance concerns, and emphasised how cultural events bring communities together, fostering unity and a shared sense of belonging and congratulated Keraleeyam for their die hard dedication and passion in bringing an idea to fruition.
HE also highlighted two historic milestones:
🇮🇳 60 years of diplomatic relations between India and Maldives
🇮🇳 150 years of India’s national song — “Vande Mataram”

He invited the entire audience to join the ICC music teacher and chorus in singing Vande Mataram, turning the hall into a moving chorus of unity and pride, a truly memorable moment of connection.

Members of the Indian diaspora, including children, and other community groups presented vibrant performances coordinated by Keraleeyam, adding colour and energy to the evening.

On behalf of the High Commission of India in Maldives, Director ICC, Ms. Manjistha Mukherjee was honoured to introduce veteran artistes and teachers of the Indian Cultural Centre, before ICC presented their Indo–Maldivian fusion music and dance segments, a tribute to the enduring friendship between India and Maldives. The ICC team brought together years of training, passion, and expertise to share the richness of Indian and Maldivian performing arts.

Music Collaboration featured ICC’s Hindustani classical vocalist & tabla teacher, Mr. Aamir Hussain and the award winning Detune Band from Maldives, led by Ms. Fezleen (Fezu). Dance collaboration brought together Ms. Anukriti Vishwakarma, Kathak artiste & ICC dance teacher, and Ms. Nuha Naseer, renowned Maldivian dance educator.

The evening concluded with popular singers from South India invited by Kereleeyam, Ms. Lakshmi Jayan and Mr. Anu Praveen, who had the audience singing, dancing, and swaying along.

Over a thousand guests enjoyed a traditional Kerala meal served on banana leaves, rounding off a night of culture, friendship, and joy.
Indian Council For Cultural Relations
India in Maldives (High Commission of India, Male)
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Diaspora India Connect
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Maldives

09/11/2025

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Indian Council For Cultural Relations

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Indian Council For Cultural Relations

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Director, Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), High Commission of India, Maldives, had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Fezleen, fondly known as Fezu, founder of the iconic Detune Band, to explore exciting avenues for collaboration.

Detune Band, under Fezu’s visionary leadership, stands as one of the Maldives’ most celebrated and enduring music groups. For over 19 years, the band has performed with the same lineup — a rare testament to unity, passion, and artistic integrity. Their powerful live performances and original compositions have shaped the soundscape of the Maldivian music industry.

Their remarkable contribution to music and culture has been recognised with prestigious honours, including the National Award for Music and the Tourism Golden Jubilee President’s Gold Award. Fezu herself has been conferred the Professional and Career Women’s Award 2024 by Women in Management, acknowledging her pioneering leadership and influence in the creative arts. With members trained at the renowned Berklee College of Music, the band continues to innovate and inspire.

ICC looks forward to working closely with Fezu and the Detune Band in the coming months, particularly for the forthcoming celebrations marking 60 years of diplomatic relations between India and the Maldives, a milestone that calls for partnerships that resonate with excellence, cultural exchange, and shared artistic spirit.

Here’s to collaboration, creativity, and the power of music to bring communities together.
Indian Council For Cultural Relations
India in Maldives (High Commission of India, Male)
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Information and Arts
Ministry of Dhivehi language , Culture and Heritage
Detune Band

02/11/2025

Heartfelt congratulations to the Indian Women’s Cricket Team for making history by winning their first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025!

A victory of skill, perseverance, and teamwork, an inspiring milestone that fills the nation with pride!

02/11/2025

Director, Indian Cultural Centre, High Commission of India in Maldives, was delighted to meet Mr. Houd Ibrahim, Chairperson of the Maldives Centre for Policy Research (MCPR) and Vice President of the Maldivian Red Crescent, to plant the seed of a collaborative idea where research meets rhythm.

She proposed that this concept be developed into a joint publication and, possibly, a documentary, to be co-produced by MCPR and ICC, under the High Commission of India, an initiative envisioned to explore the resonant ties between Indian folk and classical music traditions and Maldivian traditional music, tracing how these melodies have intertwined, evolved, and found new expression in contemporary times through the fusion genre.

Mr. Houd Ibrahim warmly welcomed the idea, observing that such a project would deeply resonate with the local populace, where music flows naturally as a way of life and a reflection of shared emotion.

At its heart, the project aims to celebrate music as a timeless bridge, carrying the notes of friendship, culture, and connection between India and the Maldives. More on this harmonious journey soon…

Indian Council For Cultural Relations
India in Maldives (High Commission of India, Male)
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

01/11/2025

Observance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025

India based officials and Indian staff members of the Indian Cultural Centre, under the High Commission of India in Maldives, along with the Director, ICC, solemnly observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on Friday, 31st October 2025, by taking the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Pledge.

The occasion commemorated the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, honouring his monumental role in uniting India through his visionary leadership, steadfast resolve, and unwavering spirit.

On this day, all members reaffirmed their commitment to uphold the unity, integrity, and security of the nation, paying tribute to the enduring legacy of the Iron Man of India.
Indian Council For Cultural Relations
India in Maldives (High Commission of India, Male)
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

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