Embassy of India
Paramaribo, Suriname
Concurrently accredited to Barbados, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Events & Photo Gallery
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Embassy celebrated Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (Tribal pride day) on the eve of the birth anniversary of the legendary tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda at ICCR in Suriname In his address, the Ambassador highlighted the invaluable contributions of India’s tribal communities to the nation’s development and its pluralistic culture. The evening featured a documentary on tribal heritage, followed by vibrant tribal dance performances from Kerala, Rajasthan, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh, representing India’s diverse tribal cultural legacy View More -
On 14 November 2025, Ms. Nancy Mangoendimedjo, a distinguished participant of the ITEC programme on Leadership for the 21st Century Professional Women at the Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi (11–24 Dec. 2025), called on Ambassador Subhash Gupta before her departure to India View More -
Amb. Subhash Gupta presented two sets of Hindi books to the library of Suriname Hindi Parishad under the #IndiaCorner initiative on 14 Nov. 2025. This contribution aims to enrich the Parishad’s resources and foster deeper engagement with the Hindi language and literature among the Surinamese community. View More -
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On 11 November 2025, the Embassy of India, in collaboration with the Association of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Suriname, the Surinamese Manufacturers Association, and Kenniskring, hosted a business event in Paramaribo titled ‘Business Opportunities with India" at the juncture of the 50th anniversary of Suriname's Independence View More -
The Embassy and Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Paramaribo marked the 150th anniversary of India’s National Song, Vande Mataram. Ambassador Subhash Gupta highlighted its role as a unifying force in India’s freedom movement. The event included a mass singing of Vande Mataram, lead by Ustad Ramkhelawan and his students, a sitar recital of Vande Matram by National Assembly Member H.E. Amirani Jarbandhan joined by a dholak artist, and a dance tribute by SVCC students. The celebration embodied unity, resilience, and devotion to Mother India. Let us continue to honor Vande Mataram through our voices, hearts, and actions View More -
The Embassy of India participates in the Suriname Food and Tourism 2025, held from 5 to 7 November in Paramaribo by mounting an Indian stall showcasing rich tourism offerings, with special emphasis on Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, which are deeply connected to the ancestral roots of the Indo-Surinamese community. Visitors explored India’s cultural heritage, culinary diversity, and the essence of Ayurveda through an engaging display of spices and traditional food ingredients. Suriname’s Vice President, the Minister of Transport, communication, and Tourism, and the Minister of Economy visited the Indian stall. This participation reflects the enduring bonds between India and Suriname and our shared commitment to promoting heritage, tourism, and people-to-people ties View More -
On 31 October, the Embassy of India solemnly commemorated National Integration Day with a floral tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, honoring his enduring legacy as the architect of India. The ambassador administered the integrity Pledge to officers and officials, reaffirming our collective commitment to unity and nation-building. Join us this evening for a vibrant celebration of the Festival of Unity showcasing India’s unity in diversity through dance. Let us stand united in spirit and purpose—celebrating the strength of our diversity and the vision of Sardar Patel. View More -
0n 31 October, to commemorate National Unity Day (Rastriya Ekta Divas) and to pay tribute to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Patel, the Embassy celebrated the Festival of Unity at SVCC with an evening that radiated the spirit of India’s dance tradition. Ambassador underscored the contribution of Sardar Patel in the unification of India. He added that “Unity in Diversity” is deeply embedded in India's ethos, quoting the Rigvedic shloka "Ekam satya vipra bahudha vadanti," that means truth is one; sages call it by many names. The celebration showcased India’s rich dance heritage, from the energetic tribal folk rhythms of Karnataka, Haryana, Rajasthan, the Bhangra of Punjab, and the spirited Jhijhiya of Bihar to the graceful elegance of Kathak View More -
Ambassador Subhash Gupta visited Commewijne District on 29 October, where he met with the District Commissioner and discussed avenues for enhancing cultural and educational cooperation in order to deepen India–Suriname ties through community engagement and knowledge exchange. During the visit, at Lalar Rookh Plein, the ambassador paid tribute to Baba Mai, the first Indian immigrants who arrived in Suriname in 1873, honoring their legacy and resilience. He also visited the Marienburg Memorial, a site of historical significance in the journey of indentured Hindostani in Suriname. Under the India Corner initiative, He also gifted a selection of books to the district library. A step toward celebrating shared heritage! View More
