New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- The 19th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) will be held in Kolkata from January 7 to 9, 2027, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, noting that both the Prime Minister and the President are scheduled to participate in the event.

"The 19th edition of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) will be held in Kolkata from January 7 to 9, 2027. Leading up to this, there will be several other programs... The Prime Minister will participate on one of the main days, and on the third day, January 9, the President will attend to participate in the valedictory session, as is customary. Detailed information regarding the various programs can be found on the official Pravasi Bharatiya Divas websit...