The 16th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas will be organized tomorrow. This one day virtual convention will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.<br />'' <br />''During the inaugural session, President of the Republic of Suriname and Chief Guest, Chandrikapersad Santokhi will address the participants. The Valedictory Address will be delivered by President Ram Nath Kovind. The theme of this 16th Pravai Bharatiya Divas is "Contributing to Aatmanirbhar Bharat".<br />'' <br />''Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is celebrated once in every two years which provides a unique platform to engage and connect with the overseas Indians. January 9 was chosen as the day to celebrate this occasion because it was on this day in 1915, Mahatma Gandhi returned to India from South Africa. After his arrival, Mahatma Gandhi led India's freedom struggle and India got independence. <br />''<br />''The first Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was organized in the year 2003 to mark the contribution of Overseas Indian community in the development of India. This convention provides a forum to discuss issues and concerns of the Indian diaspora and honour those individuals who have made exceptional contributions to various fields.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">During the 16th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas convention, names of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awardees will be announced. Fifteen winners of the Bharat Ko Janiye Quiz will also be announced during the convention. The winners will be invited for India's tour after the Covid-19 pandemic. </span><br />