BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, November 23, 2008: The “Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin” (GOPIO) in Belgium held a dinner celebration Saturday night promoting cultural and religious harmony within the 7000-strong Indian community, and with other communities in Belgium.
Among the speakers was India’s new ambassador to Belgium, Jaimini Bhagwati, who congratulated the organizers on getting the three large faiths of India – Hinduism, Islam and Christianity – to celebrate together. Bhagwati also referred to the recent visit of King Albert II of Belgium to India and the growing relationship between Brussels and New Delhi. GOPIO president Sunil Prasad said, “This amazing event was a record-breaking success and was enjoyed by all.”