Indian Diplomat Captivates Social Media By Dazzling As 'Apsara' During Cambodian New Year Festivities

Devyani Khobrogade, the Indian ambassador to Cambodia, received a lot of attention on social media after she posted images of herself costumed as a 'Khmer Apsara' to wish Cambodians a happy Khmer New Year.

Where were the images of Diplomat dressed as Apsara posted?

The Indian Embassy in Cambodia posted the diplomat's photos on the official X account | Image: X

The Indian Embassy in Cambodia posted her photos on the official X account, stating that the diplomat has a profound understanding and appreciation for Khmer culture and traditions.

The official post from the embassy on X read, "Ambassador Devyani Khobragade has a deep admiration for Khmer culture and tradition. Embracing the spirit of Khmer New Year, she elegantly dressed as a Khmer Apsara, embodying the rich bond of our civilizations. Wishing all our ?? friends a joyous Khmer New Year celebration."

Why was the diplomat embroiled in controversies?

Khobrogade was formerly at the center of a controversy that exacerbated tensions between India and the United States. She was inducted into the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) in 1999 and went on to serve as a diplomat at Indian posts in Berlin, New York, Islamabad, and Rome.

However, it was her diplomatic stay in New York that brought her into the media spotlight for all the wrong reasons, as she was detained on allegations of visa fraud and making 'false' claims about the situation. On December 12, 2013, she was charged by the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York.

In a separate controversy, she was accused of paying her domestic assistance less than the US minimum wage. She contested the charges, alleging they were 'false and unjustified'. The allegations were later dropped by a US court, citing diplomatic immunity.

Check the viral post here.

Ambassador Devyani Khobragade has a deep admiration for Khmer culture and tradition. Embracing the spirit of Khmer New Year, she elegantly dressed as a Khmer Apsara, embodying the rich bond of our civilizations. Wishing all our ?? friends a joyous Khmer New Year celebration pic.twitter.com/5SfQ42g5ln

¡ª India in Cambodia (@indembcam) April 13, 2024

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