Governor Shri Mangubhai Patel said that the hosting of World Rose Convention 2028 in Bhopal is a historic and proud moment for India. This event is the result of India’s growing reputation at the global level. It is a step towards establishing India as a Vishwaguru (world leader).
Governor Shri Mangubhai Patel was addressing a meeting related to the 21st World Rose Convention 2028. On this occasion, he received the flag handed over to India in May 2025 by the World Federation of Rose Societies as host for 2028 event. The Governor received the flag as he is chief patron of Madhya Pradesh Rose Society. The convention will be held in Bhopal from January 7 to 13, 2028. The meeting was organized at the Sandipani Auditorium of Raj Bhavan by the Madhya Pradesh Rose Society under the aegis of Indian Rose Federation.
Governor Shri Patel said that receiving flag of the World Federation of Rose Societies is a moment of great pride for the country and state. This flag is a symbol of the grand responsibility of 2028 historic event and an unprecedented opportunity for global dialogue and hospitality.
Governor Shri Patel expressed gratitude to the World Federation of Rose Societies for entrusting India with the responsibility of hosting it for the first time. He honoured Shri Sushil Prakash for becoming the first Indian president of the World Federation of Rose Societies. He congratulated and extended best wishes to the Indian Rose Federation and Madhya Pradesh Rose Society for the event.