Lucknow, Jan. 22 -- Uttar Pradesh's population footprint today stretches far beyond India, with people of UP origin forming significant and culturally active communities across several countries.

Ahead of Uttar Pradesh Diwas on January 24, Indian Missions in 16 countries have decided to engage UP-origin communities and local cultural stakeholders to mark the occasion.

A series of seminars and talks highlighting Uttar Pradesh's development and its growing tourism potential will be organised, alongside select cultural programmes.

The event aims to serve as a platform for cultural exchange while recognising individuals of Uttar Pradesh origin who have made significant contributions to society across various fields. It seeks to rekindle a ...