Riyadh, Sept. 16 -- The Indian Embassy in Riyadh organized a grand cultural event on the occasion of 'Hindi Diwas', aimed at promoting the spread and growth of the Hindi language in Saudi Arabia, an official statement by the Embassy said.

On this occasion, India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Suhel Ajaz Khan, delivered the inaugural speech on Monday. The event featured speeches and songs in Hindi presented by Saudi citizens, along with vibrant cultural performances by students of Indian schools, showcasing the richness of Hindi language.

In his address, Khan emphasized the Indian government's strong commitment to the development and promotion of the Hindi language. He stated that Hindi, as one of India's official languages, serves as a p...