WCIEC Organizes Grand Holi Celebration in Kyrgyzstan Universities on 4 March.

Indian students in Kyrgyzstan celebrated the colorful festival of Holi on 4 March in a very joyful and enthusiastic manner. The event was held in various campuses of the universities such as JAIU, JASU, CAIMU, OSHIMU, and Osh State University. WCIEC promoted the event and organized it bringing together students of various campuses to celebrate the Indian culture and traditions.This Holi celebration in Kyrgyzstan was a wonderful experience to the international students, not to mention the big population of Indian students who come to the country to study medicine and other programs.

Holi Celebration in Kyrgyzstan: A Feast of Rains and togetherness.

Holi is referred to as the festival of colors, happiness, and togetherness. Indian students studying in foreign countries commemorate this festival every year in an effort to remain attached to their culture and traditions. The Indian students in Kyrgyzstan observe the Holi day very enthusiastically and it is one of the happiest occasions of the year.On 4 March, students in various universities came together in their respective campuses to mark holi. Students used colors to apply to one another and wish each other Happy Holi as the environment was filled with colors, music, laughter, and excitement.The event was an expression of the spirit of Holi itself, namely, making people happy, friendly, and positive, regardless of their cultural backgrounds and nationalities.WCIEC hosted events of Holi in several campuses.The Holi festivity was held with the assistance of WCIEC that is significant in assisting Indian students in foreign countries. The organization made it possible that students studying in other campuses in Kyrgyzstan could partake the festival.The participants of the celebration were students of JAIU, JASU, CAIMU, OSHIMU, and Osh State University. Every campus had its event during which students were in the open space and celebrated the festival with colors and music.The events were also well coordinated and secure and students could enjoy the festive mood without any apprehensions.Diwali in India among Indian Students in a foreign country.Indian students Kyrgyzstan is a major destination of higher education and particularly medical education by thousands of Indian students annually. Students may even fail to attend Indian festivals and celebrations, as they live outside their homes.Cultural celebrations such as Holi make students feel that they can still associate with their culture and traditions despite being in a foreign nation. Participation in festivals brings togetherness among the students.International students were also exposed to the Indian culture in the Holi celebration in Kyrgyzstan. A lot of non-Indian students attended the event and experienced the first time in the festival.This exchange of culture increases diversity in the university campuses.

Good Lucky Environment in College Campuses.

The JAIU, JASU, CAIMU, OSHIMU and Osh State University campuses were full of hype in celebration of Holi. Students worked in groups, played with colours, photographed and experienced the holiday mood.Music further gave an impetus to the celebration as students celebrated in unison dancing. The festival provided a vibrant atmosphere in which everybody was involved in an energetic manner.Most of the students posted photos and videos of the celebration in social media and how Indian festivals are done even in other countries.These instances left a mark on the minds of students, which they will not forget during their university life.

Enhancing Cultural Linkages.

The Holi festivities in foreign countries are not a mere color and fun thing. They are also significant in ensuring that cultural ties between students are enhanced.This festival turns out to be a symbol of unity and friendship to Indian students in Kyrgyzstan. It reminds them of home and makes them keep in touch with their cultural background.Meanwhile, these gatherings facilitate the cultural awareness of international students. The joint celebration of festivals can make people understand other traditions and cultures.This would make everyone enjoy and make the university life meaningful.Increasing number of Indian students in Kyrgyzstan.International students, particularly those seeking medical studies have flocked Kyrgyzstan to study their courses. JAIU, JASU, CAIMU, OSHIMU, and Osh State University are some of the universities in which a large number of Indian students can be found annually.Due to this increasing population, Indian celebrations such as the Holi, Diwali, and independence day are also regular in campuses.These events will aid students in forming friendships with others, alleviate homesickness and provide a conducive study atmosphere in the foreign country.The Holi festival held on 4 March demonstrated the fact that the Indian student community in Kyrgyzstan is now very strong and active.

Social Media and World Party.

In the current times social media has a significant role in broadcasting festivals all around the world. Students shared photos and videos of the Holi festival on websites such as Instagram and Facebook.Friends and families in India took notice of these posts quickly and how students glorify the Indian culture despite studying abroad.These festivals also emphasize the fact that education globally links cultures in various parts of the world.

Conclusion

The event on 4 March, in Kyrgyzstan, WCIEC Holi Celebration, was a happy and memorable experience to the Indian students in the different universities learning there. The festival was observed in several campuses such as JAIU, JASU, CAIMU, OSHIMU and Osh State University whereby people would gather in a colorful and celebratory mood.The festival not only enabled the students to have fun during the festival of color, but it also served to bring about cross cultural relations and friendships among international students.Holi in Kyrgyzstan confirmed that irrespective of the location people reside in the planet, festivals can make people happy, united and proud of their cultures.