Discovering the historic connections between India and Scotland through the collections of the University of Glasgow.
Consul General viewed a curated display of books, manuscripts and archives highlighting the University’s longstanding links with India. The display included a picture of Dr Merbai Ardesir Vakil who was the first Indian female graduate from the University in 1897, Glasgow Indian Students’ Union records, material on dancer Ram Gopal’s performance in Edinburgh, vintage Gemini Tea packaging, and a report on the Festival of India in Glasgow from The Gilmorehill Guardian. Our thanks to Ms Siobhán Convery and the Archives & Special Collections team for sharing these fascinating records of the people and ideas connecting our societies.