Riya Pawar sang the National Anthem of the US, captivated audiences and effortlessly bridged the cultural connections of the nations’, at the Ronald Reagan Center in Washington DC, where PM Modi interacted with the diaspora during his visit to the US.
16-year-old fostering cultural connections with her exceptional voice
Published by: Team GI Youth
Published on 30, Jun 2023
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