Dubai to host ‘India by the Creek’, a three-day cultural extravaganza from March 8

The inaugural 'India by the Creek' festival, offering free admission to all, is set to take place at Al Seef Park in Dubai from March 8-10. This event promises to be a vibrant celebration of the longstanding historical ties between India and the emirate of Dubai.

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Organized by Dubai Duty Free in partnership with the Consulate General of India, Dubai, and Teamwork Arts, with the backing of Dubai Economy and Tourism, and Khaleej Times, this festival represents a significant cultural milestone for both nations.


Satish Kumar Sivan, the Consul General of India in Dubai, shared his excitement about the event's conception and highlighted the rich cultural heritage it aims to showcase. He emphasized that the relationship between the UAE and India goes beyond mere economic interests, rooted in shared values of culture, diversity, and tolerance.
He added, “The UAE and India share a very special relationship that transcends trade and mercantile interests. Culture, diversity and tolerance anchor this bond. This festival celebrates that spirit. I am fortunate to see the first edition being staged. This is just the beginning; many more such exchanges are in the offing.”

What can attendees expect?

Over the course of three days, Dubai Creek will come alive with collaborative artistic performances by artists from India and the UAE.

Distinguished figures and performers from India, including academics, writers, vocalists, musicians, diplomats, and bands such as Indian Ocean, will grace the event with their presence and talent.

The festival, organized by Teamwork Arts, draws on their extensive experience in curating cultural events worldwide. With a history spanning three decades and having organized over 33 festivals in 72 cities across 26 countries, Teamwork Arts aims to deepen the cultural connections between India and Dubai through 'India by the Creek'.

Sanjoy K Roy, Managing Director of Teamwork Arts, expressed his vision for the festival to become an annual highlight on Dubai's cultural calendar, offering a diverse range of activities, workshops, and performances for people of all ages.

Ramesh Cidambi, COO of Dubai Duty Free, underscored the importance of India as a key market and expressed excitement about sponsoring the festival, which blends Indian and Emirati cultures in a unique and vibrant setting.

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Ravi Menon, representing the festival's local partner, reflected on the journey to bring 'India by the Creek' to life, acknowledging the collaborative efforts that have made this cultural extravaganza possible.