The Consulate General of India in Shanghai hosted a grand Diwali celebration on Saturday, bringing together members of the Indian diaspora, diplomats, and friends of India for an evening filled with lights, music, and cultural festivities.
Taking to social media, the Consulate shared, “Consul General Pratik Mathur welcomed Ambassador Pradeep Kumar Rawat to the vibrant Diwali celebration hosted by the China India Community (CIC) in Shanghai. Ambassador Rawat graced the occasion as Chief Guest — celebrating an evening of lights, music, and togetherness with the Indian diaspora and Consuls General from many countries.”
✨🪔 #DiwaliCelebrations Begin in China ✨
🇮🇳 CG @PratikMathur1 welcomed Amb Pradeep Kumar Rawat to the vibrant #Diwali celebration hosted by the China India Community (CIC) in Shanghai.
➡️ Amb Rawat graced the occasion as Chief Guest — celebrating an evening of lights, music &… pic.twitter.com/WaWCcHmaKi
— India In Shanghai (@IndiaInShanghai) October 11, 2025
The event highlighted India’s spirit of unity and cultural richness, with performances that celebrated the festival’s essence of joy and harmony. A major highlight of the evening was a live musical performance by popular Indian singer Khushboo Grewal, who enthralled the audience with her energetic renditions.
The celebration also reflected India’s growing cultural footprint abroad, as the consulate, alongside the China India Community, brought together people from diverse backgrounds to experience the vibrancy of Indian traditions.
