Emirates Loves India event celebrates UAE-India relations - in pictures

  • Thousands have descended on Zabeel Park in Dubai to celebrate the country’s Indian community. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
    Thousands have descended on Zabeel Park in Dubai to celebrate the country’s Indian community. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
  • The event showcased Indian culture, art and folklore, with live music, dance and exhibitions for people of all ages to enjoy
    The event showcased Indian culture, art and folklore, with live music, dance and exhibitions for people of all ages to enjoy
  • It was the second such celebration held in the Emirates
    It was the second such celebration held in the Emirates
  • It was organised by the Emirates Loves India initiative
    It was organised by the Emirates Loves India initiative
  • Traditional products from Indian towns and villages were on display
    Traditional products from Indian towns and villages were on display
  • Food stalls were offering authentic Indian cuisine
    Food stalls were offering authentic Indian cuisine
  • The celebration came after Diwali was marked with jubilant celebration across the Emirates by the Indian diaspora
    The celebration came after Diwali was marked with jubilant celebration across the Emirates by the Indian diaspora
  • The first cultural agreement between the UAE and India was signed in January 1975
    The first cultural agreement between the UAE and India was signed in January 1975