G20 Development Working Group meeting under India's Presidency begins in Mumbai

Mumbai: A formal close-door discussion of G20’s Development Working Group will start in Mumbai today. Delegates from G20 countries will discuss the development agenda in this 2-day discussion.

Yesterday, side events were organized on Data for development and Mission LiFE. Later in the day Maharashtra’s Culture and Heritage were introduced to delegates.

Maharashtra’s Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis were present. After this glorious cultural program, many delegates said that, Mumbai has elevated the G20 India spirit to the next level.

Delegates arriving at the meeting venue of side events were welcomed by Shankhnad. Visiting guests also appreciated the live performance of the Sitar, Tabla and Flute. During the lunch along with Indian and Continental food, Maharashtra special Bajarichi Khichadi was also



served to them.

Evening’s Cultural program was one of the major attractions of the Mumbai meeting. Delegates were welcomed by Dhol-Tasha and traditional Maharashtrian dance troops at Girgaum Chowpatty.

Many delegates can't resist themselves and shake their legs with these folk artists. Later at the cultural program venue, the G20 guests were accorded a traditional marathi welcome with Feta (turban).

The music of Sanai Chowghada and Tutari was accompanying it. G20 representatives also witness beautiful performances of Lavani, Koli Dance, Jogva, and Gondhal. During dinner, delegates were served traditional Marathi cuisine.

Later at Gateway of India delegates witnessed the performance of Puneri Dhol in which most troop members were girls. Some delegates even tried their hands on these Dhols.