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AHEAD OF FESTIVAL OF INDIA 2026: RT. DIWESH MISHRA KUMAR SPEAKS ON NIGERIA–INDIA CULTURAL DIPLOMACY AND ITS ECONOMIC IMPACT: Eko Tourism Online Radio, Lagos, Nigeria. November 6, 2026. Lagos, Nigeria. As preparations intensify for the Festival of India 2026, the Chairman of the Festival Organising Committee, Rt. Diwesh Mishra Kumar, has highlighted the importance of Nigeria–India cultural diplomacy as a strategic pathway to strengthening bilateral relations, promoting tourism and creating economic opportunities. He made this known during a media engagement with the management team of Eko Tourism Online Radio on Friday, November 6, 2026, ahead of the forthcoming Festival of India – Jagannatha Ratha-Yatra 2026, scheduled for November 14 in Lagos. Speaking on the significance of the festival, Rt. Diwesh Mishra Kumar emphasised that cultural exchange goes beyond entertainment, offering opportunities to deepen international friendship, encourage tourism cooperation and stimulate partnerships across hospitality, trade, investment and the creative industries. He noted that platforms such as the Festival of India provide opportunities for Nigerians and Indians to appreciate each other's cultural heritage, strengthen people-to-people relationships and explore areas of mutual economic benefit. The festival is expected to showcase India's rich cultural heritage through traditional music, dance, spiritual expressions, cuisine and colourful cultural performances. The engagement also highlighted the importance of tourism media and strategic communication in promoting cultural understanding and positioning Lagos as an attractive destination for international cultural events. With the festival approaching, expectations are building for an exciting celebration of cultural diversity, friendship and the enduring relationship between Nigeria and India. EVENT DETAILS Event: Festival of India – Jagannatha Ratha-Yatra 2026 Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Venue: Police College Road, Ikeja, Lagos. Stay Tuned for More Update on: � Eko Tourism Online Radio, Lagos, Nigeria. +234 (0) 803 068 0493 Also check out other Festivals in Lagos, Food & Drink events in Lagos.