Representatives from the Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso attended the reception organized by the Indian Embassy in Santiago to mark the 80th anniversary of India's Independence Day, held on August 14, 2026.
Representing the University were the Director of International Exchange, Ivania Yáñez; the Director of International Projects, Ignacio Bahamonde; and the Coordinator of International Communications and Events, Lorena Muñoz, who attended this significant celebration and had the opportunity to interact with diplomatic representatives and national officials.
The reception was attended by Chile’s Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs, Patricio Torres, representing the Government of Chile, and former President of the Republic Eduardo Frei Ruiz-Tagle. The event also brought together members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of the Government of Chile, members of the Indian community, and friends of India in the country.
One of the highlights of the day was the performance by the Chilean Investigative Police (PDI) Band, which played the national anthems of India and Chile, adding a special touch to the ceremony.
In her remarks, India’s Ambassador to Chile, Abhilasha Joshi, highlighted her country’s journey since independence and emphasized the strengthening of bilateral relations between India and Chile. For his part, Undersecretary Patricio Torres highlighted the bonds of friendship between the two nations and the importance of continuing to deepen bilateral cooperation.
