Embassy OF India

Muscat

PRESS RELEASE

Inauguration of India – Oman Joint Art Exhibition

Embassy of India in association with Art and Soul Gallery is organizing an India–Oman Joint Art Exhibition at Art and Soul Gallery, Waterfront from 13 – 23 December 2021. The art exhibition brings together upcoming artists from both the countries and will highlight the beauty & culture of India and Oman. Students from Middle East College are also participating and exhibiting their paintings.

The Art Exhibition was inaugurated on 13 December 2021 by H.E. Amit Narang, Ambassador of India to the Sultanate of Oman; Dr. Kiran G.R, Dean of Middle East College; Dr. Satish Nambiar, Chairman of Indian Social Club in Oman, and Mr. Alsayyid Nasr bin Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Vice President of Oman Post in presence of officials Oman government. The inauguration event was also attended by representatives from Board of Directors - Indian schools in Oman, senior representatives from the fields of art, culture, business media and friends of India.

Ambassador Amit Narang, in his welcome address stated that art and creativity act as cultural bridge between countries. He spoke about the strong relationship between India and Oman and expressed happiness over the truly Indo-Omani character of the exhibition, showcasing the creativity of both the countries. Ambassador interacted with all the artists and also thanked the curator of the exhibition.

The Art extravaganza on display at Art & Soul Gallery includes, over 50 art works by Omani and Indian artists. This wonderful exhibition will remain open for all and can be visited till 23 December 2021 from 9 am – 9 pm at the premises of Art & Soul Gallery at Waterfront Mall, Muscat.

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Muscat, 13 December 2021