New Delhi, September 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Foreign journalists visiting India for the ongoing BRICS Summit in New Delhi have praised the country’s hospitality, culture, food and rapid development, with several saying their experience has made them feel at home.
Melissa Hollow of TV BRICS Africa, visiting India for the first time, described her experience in New Delhi as “humbling” and beautiful. She said visits to temples and walks around the city gave her an impression of a peaceful place where, despite its huge population, she never felt lost.
“People were very helpful,” Hollow told IANS, while also praising Indian food and culture.
Alyaa Mohamed Obaid Ali Al Dhanhani, a senior journalist with Khaleej Times, described India’s hosting of the BRICS Summit as “well-organised” and appreciated the hospitality extended to international media.
Shadrack Hollow of TV BRICS Africa highlighted Indian cuisine, particularly tandoori chicken, after arriving in the country on September 8.
“The food is wonderful—it’s tasty, colourful. I enjoyed every bit of a bite I took, especially the tandoori chicken,” he said.
A South African journalist also praised the experience, describing the stay as comfortable and saying people across the places visited had been welcoming.
Malaysian journalist Yasmin Natasha, who is also visiting India for the first time, said she was impressed by the country’s pace of development, particularly its growing economy and expanding transportation infrastructure.
Indonesian journalist Mega Mei Wahidawati highlighted the historical and cultural links between India and Indonesia, including their shared Sanskrit influences.
“I have learnt a lot about Indian culture,” she said, noting similarities between the two countries and pointing to terms such as the Indonesian rupiah and Indian rupee as examples of their shared linguistic and historical connections.
The comments came as international media personnel gathered in New Delhi to cover the 18th BRICS Summit being hosted by India, providing visiting journalists an opportunity to experience the country beyond the diplomatic proceedings.
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