German-Indian Society (DIG) – Building Bridges, Inspiring Encounters
For more than 70 years, the German-Indian Society (Deutsch-Indische Gesellschaft e.V.) has
been a living bridge between Germany and India – connecting people, institutions, and ideas
across cultures, professions, and generations.
Founded in 1953, the DIG today unites 25 local chapters across Germany and countless
members who share one goal: to deepen understanding, cooperation, and friendship
between both countries.
Our Mission
We foster dialogue, exchange, and mutual respect – in culture, education, and society. Our
work focuses on:
- Instigating student and teacher exchanges between Germany and India, encouraging
young people to discover each other’s world early on.
- Supporting Indian professionals as they arrive and settle in Germany – because true
integration needs guidance, empathy, and community.
- Supporting Indian professionals as they arrive and settle in Germany – because true
- Presenting a modern, diverse image of India, beyond stereotypes, and highlighting India’s
role as a global partner.
- Presenting a modern, diverse image of India, beyond stereotypes, and highlighting India’s
- Encouraging public debate on skilled migration and intercultural cooperation.
- Creating cultural and social encounters that inspire curiosity and friendship – true to our
motto: Encounters that inspire.
What We Offer - The DIG serves as a platform and nationwide network for a wide range of topics related to
- India – cultural, educational, societal, and economic. Our local chapters organize a rich
variety of public events such as:
- Creating cultural and social encounters that inspire curiosity and friendship – true to our
- Lectures and panel discussions
- Cultural evenings, music and dance performances
- Exhibitions, readings, and student exchange activities
- Regional partnerships and social initiatives
Through these initiatives, the DIG contributes to mutual understanding and long-term
friendship between Germany and India.
The India Foundation
To ensure lasting support for its mission, the DIG established the India Foundation (Indien-
Stiftung) in 2001. The Foundation strengthens the Society’s financial base and provides
sustainable funding for educational, cultural, and social projects that deepen Indo-German
relations.
- Regional partnerships and social initiatives
A Strong Network
Our local chapters bring Indo-German friendship to life across Germany. They serve as
meeting points for Indo-German families, students, and professionals, and promote
exchange at the grassroots level. Together, they make the DIG one of Germany’s most active
and respected civil-society networks dedicated to India.
Get Involved
Whether you are passionate about India, interested in exchange, or eager to contribute your
ideas – you are welcome in the DIG. Join us, become part of a growing community, and help
shape the Indo-German partnership of tomorrow.
www.dig-ev.de
info@dig-ev.de