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India Invites Pakistan, Bangladesh to 'Undivided India' Event, Aiming for Regional Unity

By Pankaj Sati

10 Jan 2025

India Invites Pakistan, Bangladesh to 'Undivided India' Event, Aiming for Regional Unity

In a move aimed at fostering regional camaraderie, India has invited Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other neighboring nations to an 'undivided India' seminar, celebrating 150 years of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The event underscores India's intent to look beyond political differences and honor the shared heritage of the Indian subcontinent.

A Rare Regional Gathering

Countries invited include Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Maldives, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, alongside officials from the Middle East, Central, and Southwest Asia. Pakistan has confirmed its attendance, while a response from Bangladesh is awaited. If Dhaka participates, it will signify a notable moment in regional collaboration.

A senior IMD official stated, "This event aims to bring together nations that were part of undivided India when the IMD was established, showcasing a shared legacy."

Celebratory Highlights

Commemorative Coin: The Finance Ministry will launch a Rs 150 special-edition coin to mark the occasion.
Republic Day Special: The Home Ministry has greenlit a tableau showcasing IMD’s contributions to weather sciences over 150 years.

IMD: A Legacy of Innovation and Collaboration

Founded on January 15, 1875, the IMD was born out of a need for systematic meteorological research after cyclones and famines ravaged Bengal in the 1860s. Initially based in Calcutta, it moved to Shimla, Pune, and finally settled in New Delhi by 1944.

IMD's collaboration with ISRO marked a turning point, making India the first developing nation to launch a geostationary satellite for weather monitoring. Today, IMD stands as a leader in meteorological research, providing cutting-edge forecasts across Asia.

Beyond Politics, Towards Unity

This initiative serves as a beacon of hope for regional unity, emphasizing science and heritage as common grounds for collaboration. As countries come together to celebrate IMD’s achievements, the event also symbolizes the potential for renewed dialogue and cooperation across borders.

Written by

Pankaj Sati

Editorial Director, AllAround Digital Magazine Publication

Pankaj Sati is the Editorial Director at GulfArticles.com, where he leads editorial curation and final content approval, ensuring every published feature meets the platform’s professional and media standards. With over four years of experience in digital publishing, he specializes in leadership storytelling, executive branding, and strategic content positioning.

He also oversees editorial direction across AllAroundWorlds, TheWomenStories, GlobalTimesNow, and TheEuroMagazine, collectively featuring more than 2,000 global leaders, founders, and industry experts. His work focuses on elevating credible voices and shaping impactful narratives within the global business and leadership ecosystem.