As part of the Youth PBD segment under the upcoming 19th Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas Convention 2027 to be held in Kolkata from January 07-09, 2027, Embassy of India, Vilnius invites youth diaspora members (aged 21-25 years) living in Lithuania for an essay writing competition on the theme "From Roots to Return: Reigniting Diaspora Connect with Bharat". Best five essays will be shortlisted for inclusion in the list of top 100 contestants worldwide.
The Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi shall invite and sponsor the top 100 contestants to visit India to participate in 19th Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas Convention 2027.
Youth diaspora members may send their original, self-written essay to the Embassy at email: cul.vilnius@mea.gov.in along with their name and contact details on or before 20 November 2026. One entry per person.
Last updated on: 07 November 2026