Embassy of India

Baku, Azerbaijan

Ambassador Abhay Kumar inaugurates the Exhibition “Cultural Bridges between India and Azerbaijan” in Baku

Dated 24.05.2026


Ambassador of India to the Azerbaijan  Abhay Kumar, inaugurated the exhibition titled “Cultural Bridges between India and Azerbaijan” organized by the Creative Circle of Azerbaijan.

The exhibition was also attended by Member of Parliament of Azerbaijan Mr. Razi Nurullayev, Azerbaijani art enthusiasts, youth, and members of the Indian diaspora.

In his remarks, Ambassador Abhay Kumar highlighted the millennia-old civilizational connections between India and Azerbaijan that date back to the Bronze Age. He emphasized how these ties have grown stronger through centuries of cultural and spiritual exchanges. The Ambassador specially mentioned the historic Ateshgah Temple in Azerbaijan, which features several inscriptions in Devanagari script and Indian spiritual symbols including the Swastika, Om, Ganesha, and Nataraja idols. He also noted the ever-increasing popularity of Indian films, music, cuisine, and yoga in Azerbaijan as a living testimony to the strong cultural affinity between the two nations. Ambassador Kumar further described the great Azerbaijani poet Nizami Ganjavi as an important cultural bridge, whose works have influenced several poets and literary traditions in India.

Member of Parliament Mr. Razi Nurullayev acknowledged the deep cultural connect between the two countries despite the geographical distance. He praised the Creative Circle of Azerbaijan for organizing the meaningful exhibition.

The exhibition featured beautiful paintings exploring various themes related to the shared heritage, culture, and friendship between India and Azerbaijan. Guests were treated to a delectable spread of Indian cuisine, adding warmth and flavor to the evening.

The event successfully showcased the enduring cultural bonds and growing friendship between the people of India and Azerbaijan.

On this occasion Indian classical dance Kathak was performed by Fatima Aliyeva, while Indian film songs and dance were performed by Fatima Hajizada.

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