Bihari 'Geet Gawai' welcome for PM Modi in Mauritius

‘Geet gawain’ is a traditional Bhojpuri musical ensemble that embodies the rich cultural heritage brought to Mauritius by women from the Bhojpuri belt of India

Tribune News Service

New Delhi, Updated At : 11:24 AM Mar 11, 2025 IST

Women sing Bihar's traditional 'Geet Gawai' in Bhojpuri to welcome PM Narendra Modi in Mauritius. Video grab: X/@DDNewslive

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a traditional Bihari welcome in Mauritius today with a “geet gawai” programme hosted in his honour.

‘Geet gawain’ is a traditional Bhojpuri musical ensemble that embodies the rich cultural heritage brought to Mauritius by women from the Bhojpuri belt of India.

In recognition of its cultural significance, ‘geet gawai’ was inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in December 2016.

"Deeply touched by the warm welcome from the Indian community in Mauritius. Their strong connection to Indian heritage, culture and values is truly inspiring. This bond of history and heart continues to thrive across generations," Modi said upon his arrival there.

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