Consulate General of India in Medan Hosts Diwali Night Indian Food Festival

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Consulate General of India in Medan Hosts Diwali Night Indian Food Festival
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Consulate General of India in Medan celebrated the Festival of Lights with a Diwali Night Indian Food Festival, held at Ballroom Lotus 2, 9th Floor, Hotel Aryaduta, Medan, starting at 18.00 hrs.
DATARIAU.COM - Consulate General of India in Medan celebrated the Festival of Lights with a Diwali Night Indian Food Festival, held at Ballroom Lotus 2, 9th Floor, Hotel Aryaduta, Medan, starting at 18.00 hrs. The event offered a vibrant showcase of Indian culture, culinary delights, and traditional performances, aiming to bring the festive spirit of Diwali to the people of Sumatra while promoting India as a cultural and tourism destination.


Event commenced with lighting of the lamp by H.E. Consul General Ravi Shanker GoelGoel along with dignitaries, symbolising the triumph of light over darkness and marking the official start of the evening?s festivities. Guests were immediately immersed in the colourful and joyous atmosphere, as performances by the IEAM Ladies Dance Group and IEAM Kids captivated the audience, highlighting the diversity and richness of Indian performing arts.


A highlight of the evening was the introduction and live demonstration of Indian cuisine by Chef Windra and Chef Indra. Guests were invited to savour an array of authentic Indian dishes, from classic starters such as Veg Samosa, Mix Veg Pakoda, Pani Puri, and fresh Fruit Salad, to main courses including Matar Paneer, Chana Masala, Dal Tadka, Mix Vegetables, and Butter Chicken. Rice options featured both aromatic Chicken Biryani and steamed White Rice, while breads included Tawa Parantha and Puri. The evening concluded with traditional Indian desserts such as Kheer, Fruit Custard, and Gulab Jamun. More than 250 guests attended the event, enjoying the authentic flavours of India while engaging with Indian culture.


Video greetings were shown from Minister of Religious Affairs of Indonesia, the Minister of Forestry of Indonesia, the Mayor of Jambi, and representatives from the Mariammen Temple Diwali celebrations, further enhancing the festive spirit.


Event was graced by distinguished guests, media friends, and friends of India, including


1. Governor of North Sumatra, represented by: Drs. Basarin Yunus Tanjung - Assistant I, Ms. Ade Sofianita, S.STP, M.M - Head of the Bureau of Governance and Regional Autonomy


2. Consul Generals & Honorary Consul Generals


3. Chief of North Sumatra Regional Police (Kapolda Sumut), represented by: Police Commissioner Dr. Mardi Sudarman, M.M - Head of Medical and Health Division (Kabid Dokkes Polda Sumut)


4. Mayor of Medan, represented by: Oki Zulfaniu Anhar - Head of the Cultural Division, Department of Education and Culture (Disdikbud Medan)


5. Chairman of the Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) Medan: Mr. Wong Chun Sen


6. Chief of Medan City Police (Kapolrestabes Medan), represented by: Police Commissioner Hendryanto, S.H., M.H - Head of Public Order


7. Rector of Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara (UINSU): Prof. Dr. Muzakkir, M.Ag


8. Dean of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, University of Sumatera Utara (USU): Prof. Dr. Dra. T. Thyrhaya Zein


9. Sari Mutiara Foundation Chairman: Dr. Parlindungan Purba


10. President of the Indian Expatriate Association Medan (IEAM): Mr. Ashish Sharma


11. President PMII: Mr. Julius Raja


12. General Manager of AryaDuta Hotel: Mr. Dosen Sinaga


Through this festival, Consulate General of India aims to promote Indian cuisine and culture to the people of Sumatra, foster greater cultural understanding, and encourage Indian tourists to experience the rich heritage and natural beauty of the region. Diwali Night Indian Food Festival successfully combined culinary excellence, cultural celebration, and community engagement, reinforcing the strong bonds between India and North Sumatra while spreading the joy of Diwali far and wide.




Unofficial Translation


Konsulat Jenderal India di Medan Gelar Diwali Night Indian Food Festival


Konsulat Jenderal India di Medan merayakan Festival Cahaya dengan menggelar Diwali Night Indian Food Festival yang diselenggarakan di Ballroom Lotus 2, Lantai 9, Hotel Aryaduta, Medan, mulai pukul 18.00 WIB. Acara ini menampilkan ragam budaya India yang semarak, sajian kuliner yang menggugah selera, serta pertunjukan tradisional, dengan tujuan menghadirkan semangat perayaan Diwali kepada masyarakat Sumatera sekaligus mempromosikan India sebagai destinasi budaya dan pariwisata.


Acara dimulai dengan penyalaan lampu oleh Konsul Jenderal India Medan, H.E. Ravi Shanker Goel, bersama para tamu kehormatan, yang melambangkan kemenangan terang atas kegelapan dan menandai dimulainya perayaan malam tersebut secara resmi. Para tamu langsung disambut dalam suasana penuh warna dan sukacita, dengan penampilan dari IEAM Ladies Dance Group dan IEAM Kids yang memukau penonton serta menampilkan keberagaman dan kekayaan seni pertunjukan India.


Sorotan utama malam tersebut adalah perkenalan dan demonstrasi langsung kuliner India oleh Chef Windra dan Chef Indra. Para tamu diundang untuk mencicipi beragam hidangan India autentik, mulai dari hidangan pembuka klasik seperti Veg Samosa, Mix Veg Pakoda, Pani Puri, dan Fruit Salad segar, hingga hidangan utama seperti Matar Paneer, Chana Masala, Dal Tadka, Mix Vegetables, dan Butter Chicken. Pilihan nasi terdiri dari Chicken Biryani yang aromatik dan White Rice kukus, sementara roti yang disajikan meliputi Tawa Parantha dan Puri. Malam tersebut ditutup dengan hidangan penutup khas India seperti Kheer, Fruit Custard, dan Gulab Jamun. Lebih dari 250 tamu menghadiri acara ini, menikmati cita rasa autentik India sekaligus berinteraksi dengan kebudayaan India.


Ucapan selamat dalam bentuk video juga ditayangkan dari Menteri Agama Republik Indonesia, Menteri Kehutanan Republik Indonesia, Wali Kota Jambi, serta perwakilan dari perayaan Diwali di Kuil Mariammen, yang semakin menambah suasana perayaan yang meriah.


Acara ini turut dihadiri oleh tamu-tamu kehormatan, rekan-rekan media, dan Friends of India, antara lain:


1. Gubernur Sumatera Utara, diwakili oleh: Drs. Basarin Yunus Tanjung - Asisten I, Ms. Ade Sofianita, S.STP, M.M - Kepala Biro Pemerintahan dan Otonomi Daerah


2. Konsul Jenderal dan Konsul Kehormatan


3. Kapolda Sumatera Utara, diwakili oleh: Komisaris Polisi Dr. Mardi Sudarman, M.M - Kepala Bidang Kedokteran dan Kesehatan (Kabid Dokkes Polda Sumut)


4. Wali Kota Medan, diwakili oleh: Oki Zulfaniu Anhar - Kepala Bidang Kebudayaan, Dinas Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan (Disdikbud) Medan


5. Ketua DPRD Medan: Bapak Wong Chun Sen


6. Kapolrestabes Medan, diwakili oleh: Komisaris Polisi Hendryanto, S.H., M.H - Kepala Ketertiban Umum


7. Rektor Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara (UINSU): Prof. Dr. Muzakkir, M.Ag


8. Dekan Fakultas Ilmu Budaya Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU): Prof. Dr. Dra. T. Thyrhaya Zein


9. Ketua Yayasan Sari Mutiara: Dr. Parlindungan Purba


10. Presiden Indian Expatriate Association Medan (IEAM): Mr. Ashish Sharma


11. Presiden PMII: Mr. Julius Raja


12. General Manager Hotel Aryaduta: Mr. Dosen Sinaga


Melalui festival ini, Konsulat Jenderal India bertujuan untuk mempromosikan kuliner dan budaya India kepada masyarakat Sumatera, mempererat pemahaman antarbudaya, serta mendorong wisatawan India untuk menjelajahi kekayaan warisan dan keindahan alam wilayah tersebut. Diwali Night Indian Food Festival berhasil memadukan keunggulan kuliner, perayaan budaya, dan keterlibatan komunitas, memperkuat hubungan persahabatan antara India dan Sumatera Utara, sekaligus menyebarkan semangat dan kebahagiaan Diwali secara luas. (rls)

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