Apppcations are invited by the High Commission of India, Colombo for the ‘Know India Programme’ (KIP)scheduled to be held in India during 2011-12.

This programme is open for Diaspora Youth in the age group of 18-26 years.  This programme is open to ‘People of Indian Origins’ (PIOs) residing in Sri Lanka (and not NRIs).  Selected participants would be required to purchase air ticket for their journey from the country of residence to India and back.  90% of the total cost of air ticket, at lowest economy excursion fare, would be returned to the participants on their successful completion of the programme.

Details of this programme are available on the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs website: http://moia.gov.in

Completed apppcation forms should reach the Counsellor(Consular) High Commission of India, P.O.Box.882, No.36-38, Galle Road, Colombo-03 on or before 7 June, 2011.