Sharda University – Uzbekistan in Andijan recently held a function called “Uzbekistan – India: Unbreakable Friendship” to commemorate the 148th birthday of the well-known Indian statesman and politician, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, one of the creators of the Indian Constitution. The gathering was attended by the public, delegates from the Republic of India’s Embassy in Uzbekistan, faculty, and students of Sharda University – Uzbekistan. It was noted that the connection between the two countries has grown stronger throughout the years, both in terms of culture, economy, education, and science.
“The story of friendship between the Uzbek and Indian people goes back a long time,” said Mr. Sitesh Kumar, the representative of the Embassy of India in Uzbekistan. “Today, the cooperation between our countries further fortifies this bond.”
At the event, the participants were given a thorough overview of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s life and accomplishments. As a sign of the strong alliance between Uzbekistan and India, a street in Andijan city has been named after the Indian statesman and politician, and a bust of him has been erected there.
[gallery-14350]F.Ubaydullayev, photos by Z.Umrzoqov, UzA