BRICS Nations Unite Through Shared Culture: Union Minister

Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat stated that BRICS nations are united by shared culture, peace, and mutual respect, beyond economic and political partnerships. He made this statement at the BRICS Cultural Festival in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, during the 3rd BRICS Culture Ministers' Meeting.

The festival featured a 32-minute musical programme, which began with a universal prayer for well-being, Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah. This was followed by 'Colours of Indian Music', showcasing a blend of Hindustani and Carnatic classical traditions. The highlight of the event was the BRICS Peace Song, where artistes from 11 participating nations conveyed messages of peace and friendship through their respective musical traditions.

The programme concluded with a collective presentation titled, Peace to All, Harmony to All and Crescendo of Unity. The dance-drama, Amritasya Madhya Pradesh, featured over 125 artistes and was directed by choreographer Maitreyi Pahari.

Ministers and senior representatives from nine countries will participate in the BRICS Culture Ministerial Talks on Saturday. These include ministers from Indonesia, UAE, Iran, Ethiopia, South Africa, China, Russian Federation, Belarus, and the Ambassador of Cuba.

The BRICS Cultural Festival aims to promote cultural exchange and understanding among the participating nations. The event highlights the importance of shared values and culture in fostering peace, mutual respect, and inclusive growth.

The 3rd BRICS Culture Ministers' Meeting is a significant event, bringing together culture ministers from BRICS nations to discuss and promote cultural cooperation. The meeting will focus on strengthening cultural ties and promoting people-to-people exchanges among the participating countries.

The BRICS nations have a rich cultural heritage, with diverse languages, histories, and artistic expressions. However, music and art serve as a universal language, binding diverse civilisations through friendship, peace, and hope.

In conclusion, the BRICS Cultural Festival and the 3rd BRICS Culture Ministers' Meeting demonstrate the importance of shared culture and values in promoting peace, mutual respect, and inclusive growth among the participating nations.

The event has significant implications for cultural exchange and cooperation among the BRICS nations, and is expected to strengthen ties and promote people-to-people exchanges among the participating countries.

The success of the BRICS Cultural Festival and the 3rd BRICS Culture Ministers' Meeting will depend on the ability of the participating nations to work together and promote cultural understanding and cooperation.

The BRICS nations have a unique opportunity to promote cultural exchange and understanding, and to foster peace, mutual respect, and inclusive growth through shared values and culture.

The event is a significant step towards promoting cultural cooperation and people-to-people exchanges among the BRICS nations, and is expected to have a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the participating countries.

In the end, the BRICS Cultural Festival and the 3rd BRICS Culture Ministers' Meeting will be remembered as a celebration of shared culture and values, and a testament to the power of music and art to bring people together and promote peace and understanding.