Voice of the Diaspora
Carlos Salas
Current Role: Tech Support, Coppel
Location: Mexico City
Education: Communications engineer
Past Experience: Dish Mexico
Location: Mexico City
Education: Communications engineer
Past Experience: Dish Mexico
Q1: What first sparked your interest in India or the Indian community in Mexico? Did you ever consider living, studying, or working in India or in other Asian countries?
My interest in India started in a very personal way, through friendship. About two years ago I became close friends with someone from India here in Mexico, and through them I got exposed to Indian music, food, stories, and everyday cultural details that you don’t really learn from social media. I haven’t seriously planned to live or study in India yet, but I would absolutely love to visit, especially to see the Taj Mahal, and to experience the history and culture firsthand.
Q2. What were your initial impressions when you first met people from India in Mexico? What surprised, shocked, or delighted you the most about their culture or way of life?
When I first met people from India in Mexico, it immediately felt familiar—in the best way. I was surprised by how similar Indian and Mexican culture can be: strong family values, respect for elders, and a real sense of community where people stay connected and support each other. What delighted me most was the hospitality, being welcomed into meals, conversations, and celebrations so naturally. I also admired how people balance a modern, global lifestyle with deep pride in traditions.
When I first met people from India in Mexico, it immediately felt familiar—in the best way. I was surprised by how similar Indian and Mexican culture can be: strong family values, respect for elders, and a real sense of community where people stay connected and support each other. What delighted me most was the hospitality, being welcomed into meals, conversations, and celebrations so naturally. I also admired how people balance a modern, global lifestyle with deep pride in traditions.
Q3: Are you part of any professional associations, cultural groups, or industry networks that include members of the Indian community? Are there any local initiatives, social impact projects, or volunteer activities related to India–Mexico cooperation that you are involved in or would like to support?
Right now I’m not a formal member of professional associations connected to the Indian community, but I’m interested in getting more involved—especially in cultural exchange spaces. I’d love to support initiatives that bring India and Mexico closer through music, arts, and creative industries, because that’s where I feel I could contribute naturally. If there are community events, collaborations, or social impact projects—like education, cultural promotion, or charity drives—I’d be happy to participate, even if it’s just helping with visibility, logistics, or showing up consistently.
Q4: Which Indian cultural events or festivals have you attended in Mexico (such as Diwali, Holi, Independence Day celebrations, film festivals, or food fairs)? What aspects of these events stood out to you?
I’ve attended a couple of Indian cultural celebrations in Mexico—things like Diwali events and community gatherings where there’s music, dance, and food, and everyone is really welcoming even if you’re new. What stood out most to me was the energy: it feels festive but also meaningful, like people are celebrating identity and community at the same time. I also loved how sensory everything is, the colors, the rhythm, the spices, the outfits, there’s a lot of joy in it, and it made me even more curious to experience festivals in India someday
Q5: How do you see your relationship or collaboration with the Indian community evolving in the next few years? Would you be interested in working or partnering in India–Mexico or India–LATAM relations in your field?
In the next few years, I see my connection with the Indian community growing through friendships, cultural events, and hopefully some collaborative projects, especially around music and creative scenes. I’d definitely be interested in partnering in India–Mexico initiatives in my field, even if it starts small: cultural programming, event collaborations, artist exchanges, or community-building activities. And personally, I’d like to plan a trip to India as a real milestone, not just tourism, but as a way to understand the culture and history more deeply, and bring that perspective back to my life and work in Mexico.