NEW DELHI, Dec 21 (PTI) - Nearly 1,300 delegates will gather here for Pravasi Bhartiya Divas, the annual conclave to connect with Indian diaspora from January 7, with focus on showcasing Northeast as an attractive investment destination and engaging young overseas Indians in development process.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will address the ninth edition of the three-day conclave on January eight while President Pratibha Patil will deliver the valedictory address on January 9.
Top businessmen, economists and scientists will be among 1,300 delegates from over 40 countries who will participate in the event.
The flagship event of Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs will also provide the diaspora an opportunity to interact with Union Ministers including Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee, HRD Minister Kapil Sibal, Road Transport Minister Kamal Nath and Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad.
