Kathmandu- Vishwa Hindi Diwas was organized today at premises of the Embassy of India, Kathmandu. 

Various distinguished guests comprising Member of Parliament and President of  Hindi Manch Nepal Mangal Prasad Gupta, Chairman, Language Commission Gopal Thakur, Vice Chancellor, Nepal Music and Drama Pragyana Pratishthan Nisha Sharma, Counsellor (Political and PIC) of the Indian Embassy, Kathmandu Gitanjali Brandon have participated the celebration. 

On that occasion, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi message of World Hindi Day was read by Brandon.

She emphasized that World Hindi Day serves as a reminder of rich linguistic heritage and cultural identity of Hindi speakers. She also expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Hindi enthusiasts and scholars of Nepal whose contributions have played a pivotal role in strengthening the bond of friendship between Nepal and India through the promotion of the Hindi language.

The artist from Nepal Pragya Pratisthaan also participated in the event. India-Nepal Maitri Kavi Sammelan was also held on the occasion, where distinguished poets recited Hindi poetry, captivating and mesmerizing the audience.

Vishwa Hindi Diwas has its underpinnings in the first World Hindi Conference that was organized on 10 January 1975 in Nagpur, India.