Pravasi Bharatiya Samman

On 28th January 2025, Christine Carla Kangaloo, President of Trinidad and Tobago, received the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award for her contributions to public affairs and enhancing India’s global prestige.

The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman, India’s highest honour for overseas Indians, was conferred upon President Kangaloo at a Republic Day reception hosted by the High Commission in Trinidad and Tobago.
President Kangaloo, an Indo-Trinidadian, served as the chief guest at the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from January 8–10, 2025.
In her speech, Kangaloo emphasized the historical ties between India and Trinidad and Tobago, which began in 1845 with the arrival of Indian indentured workers.
She highlighted India's contributions to the world, including advancements in education, medicine, mathematics, navigation, and cultural elements like chess and the decimal system.
President Kangaloo expressed gratitude for the award, acknowledging the Indian diaspora’s resilience and its critical role in shaping Trinidad and Tobago’s cultural and economic identity.