Oulu Event Memories

Embassy of India held a consular camp in Oulu on 4th October. O-India facilitated in organising the camp. The camp ran from 9:30 in the morning until about 5:30–6:30 in the evening. A three-member Embassy team supported all registered applicants—guiding documents, resolving queries, and completing services smoothly. Our sincere thanks to the Embassy of India; it truly helped many families and students here.

On 27 September, our O-India family came together to celebrate Navratri and honour Maa Durga. We began with energetic Dandiya & Garba—circles grew, smiles widened, and the beats of Gujarati and Bollywood tracks kept everyone moving. This was followed by our Bingo round, where numbers rolled in and lucky winners picked surprise gifts. We wrapped up with a warm shared meal: a generous community potluck alongside fresh puri–chole from the kitchen. Thank you to every volunteer, performer, and family who made the evening special.

On 23 August 2025, our O-India family in Oulu came together to celebrate Janmashtami. The evening began with stories from the Bhagavad Gita. The celebration continued with a beautiful aarti followed by bhajans that filled the air with divine vibrations. After the prayers we shared prasad bhog and wonderful tea. Evening concluded with children dancing and having amazing fun, making this Janmashtami truly memorable. Yet again, another beautiful event brings the O-India family together, this time with the blessings of Lord Krishna. Special thanks to our wonderful volunteer team whose dedication and hard work behind the scenes made this celebration even more special and seamless for everyone to enjoy.

The 79th Independence Day was a time for us to come together, reflect on our roots, and celebrate the freedom that unites us—no matter how far from home we are. This year, as in every year, the Indian community of Oulu gathered with pride at the beautiful Ainolanpuisto, right by the iconic "OULU" landmark, to mark the occasion. Families, friends, and children waved the tricolour, filling the park with colour and joy. It was a moment to share stories, smiles, and the spirit of India in our home away from home in Finland.

India's Independence Day is a time to remember the courage, sacrifices, and dreams that shaped our nation's freedom. To mark this special occasion, our little patriots in Oulu brought their creativity to life through vibrant colouring, heartfelt paintings, and inspiring poems, each reflecting their love for India. O-India is proud to showcase these works on our website, honouring both our heritage and the fresh hopes of our young generation. A warm thanks to all the children and parents whose efforts made this celebration of the 79th Independence Day so colourful and meaningful.

Yoga, an ancient practice from India, blends breath control, meditation & body postures to boost health & inner peace. Rooted in the Sanskrit word "union", it harmonises mind, body & spirit. O-India facilitated a special Yoga Day in Oulu on 21st June, where everyone could join, participate and perform Yoga at Walo Hall from 10 to 12. A heartfelt thanks to Manoj Dadich ji, whose expertise guided us through a rejuvenating practice.