Message from the Swiss Ambassador to India

A special message by Dr. Andreas Baum, Ambassador of Switzerland to India on the occasion of the Swiss National Day in India 2020  

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Message from the Swiss Ambassador to Bhutan

A special message by Dr. Andreas Baum, Ambassador of Switzerland to Bhutan on the occasion of the Swiss National Day in Bhutan 2020

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Special message by the President of the Swiss Confederation

On the occasion of the Swiss National Day, the President of the Swiss Confederation, Ms. Simonetta Sommaruga, sends her greetings for all the Swiss abroad.

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Stories about organizations we are supporting in India

In an expression of Switzerland’s solidarity with the people of India, the official Swiss network in India brings to you stories about organizations we are supporting in their efforts to deal with COVID and its aftermath.  

Stories about organizations we are supporting in Bhutan

In an expression of Switzerland’s solidarity with the people of Bhutan, the Embassy of Switzerland brings to you stories about organizations we are supporting in their efforts to deal with COVID and its aftermath.

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Of Words and Bodies

The dance film produced during a lockdown is based on a real experience of getting infected with COVID and then recovering from it. From the hospital experience to the fear and the learning.

Produced for the Embassy of Switzerland in India by Diya Naidu

Concept, text and choreography: Diya Naidu

Music: Fortunat Frölich, Switzerland

Vocalist: Bindhumalini (India) and Christian Zehnder (Switzerland)

Musicians: Kra Trio and Casal Quartet
Sinfonieorchester Basel

Conducted by: Fortunat Frölich

Dancers: Diya Naidu

Videography and editing: Vishnu Nambiar

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Pause. Revive!

A unique expression with Hip Hop and contemporary dance, the film reflects the trajectory of human emotions during the COVID pandemic from anxiety, uncertainty, compassion, to gratitude and finally hope.

Produced for the Embassy of Switzerland in India and Bhutan by Druk Dream Team and GOKAB Community Centre, Bhutan

Concept and choreography: Chado Namgyel (Bhutan) and Diya Naidu (India)

Music: Fortunat Frölich (Switzerland)

Vocalists: Bindhumalini (India) and Christian Zehnder (Switzerland)

Musicians: Christian Zehnder and Kra Trio
Casal Quartet
Susanne Elmark - Soprano
Ensemble Phoenix Basel
Mahalia Kelz – Harp
Sinfonieorchester Basel

Conducted by: Fortunat Frölich / Mariusz Smolij

Dancers: Priyabrat Panigrahi and Diya Naidu (India)
Pema Tshering, Samdru Chhetri,  Sanjay Wangmo Sherpa, Puspa Ghalley, Tenzin Namgay, Chado Namgyel (Bhutan)

Videography and editing: Devansh Gandhi (India), Namgay Wangchuk and Yeshi Dorji (Bhutan)

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A unique puppet show by Peter Rinderknecht

A man prepares to celebrate the Swiss National Day at home with his little dog named Schach. He practices the national anthem on his contrabass, when suddenly he hears sounds from inside the contrabass. Watch what he discovers further in this unique puppet show by Peter Rinderknecht, Switzerland. 

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DIY : Paper Windmill

Learn with this Do It Yourself Video how to make a paper windmill at home.

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DIY: Table Lamp

Decorate your home on 1 August with this simple table lamp. It's easy and fun for everyone to make – young or old – and will bring a touch of Swissness to your home. 

Craft Material:
Corrugated craft paper
Scissors
Glue
Drawing pin