Under this programme, the Council facilitates visits by Nobel Laureates, Members of Parliament, former Prime Ministers, bureaucrats, think-tanks, well-known personalities in the field of politics, Art & Culture to India to experience Indian culture and interact with institutions and audiences in India. Leading representatives of think tanks and cultural institutions are also invited to share their insight and experiences and to meet Indian leaders in their area of expertise, as well as obtain a first-hand view of developments in India.

The programme of the visitors typically includes a variety of sessions such as lectures, round table discussions, call on meetings with Ministers, senior government officials, NGO’s and intellectuals.

• List of Distinguished Visitors Programme

• 2023-24
• 2022-23
• 2021-22
• 2020-21
• 2019-20