Beijing, July 31 (NationPress) The Consul General of India in Shanghai, Pratik Mathur, took part in the graduation ceremony at FUDAN University for students hailing from BRICS nations on Thursday. He had engaging discussions with students from Kashmir and Delhi, who proudly represented India.

In a post shared on X, the Consulate General of India in Shanghai remarked, "Ignited Minds for a Brighter Future. CG Pratik Mathur participated in the graduation ceremony at FUDAN University for students from BRICS countries and was delighted to interact with Shri Rahil Ayoub Thakur from Kashmir and Shri Harshit Bhardwaj from Delhi, who represented India with honor. The Voice of Our Youth continues to inspire change in the Global South. Jai Hind Jai Bharat."

The BRICS group consists of 11 nations: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Iran. The partner countries of BRICS include Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Uganda, and Uzbekistan.

Since January this year, Brazil has officially taken over the BRICS chairmanship for 2025. In its role as pro tempore BRICS Chair, the Brazilian government announced the formal inclusion of Vietnam as a partner nation, making it the tenth BRICS partner country.

On July 26, the Consulate General of India in Shanghai inaugurated the "India Impressions" film festival featuring fully subtitled National Award-winning films. The event kicked off with a vibrant screening of the acclaimed Indian film 'Hellaro' at the Consulate's premises. The screening attracted a large audience, including many Chinese viewers, distinguished consuls from various nations, and members of the Indian diaspora, reflecting the increasing interest in Indian cinema among Chinese audiences.

The Consulate General stated, "Hellaro, a celebrated Gujarati-language film that won the National Award for Best Feature Film, captivated attendees with its compelling narrative of courageous women pursuing freedom and self-expression in a traditional society. The film's stunning visuals, along with its evocative music and dance, underscored the strength and unity of its characters, resonating deeply with the diverse audience."

"The 'India Impressions' film festival aims to showcase the rich diversity of Indian cinema to Chinese viewers, promoting cultural exchange and enhancing mutual understanding between India and China. This inaugural event marks the start of a series of screenings intended to highlight the vibrancy and storytelling of Indian films," it added.

During his opening remarks at the event, Pratik Mathur welcomed the attendees and emphasized the importance of cinema in strengthening cultural bonds between India and China. The significant presence of Chinese viewers highlighted the universal appeal of Hellaro and the growing interest in Indian culture in Shanghai, as stated in the release.