To mark the occasion of the assumption of the EU Gender
Champion initiative by the Embassy of Spain in India from the Embassy of Sweden, the Embassy of Spain hosted a Flamenco concert called “Libres” by an all-women group, “Las Migas”, at the Stein Auditorium, Indian Habitat Centre (IHC).
Honorable Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi accompanied the Ambassador of Spain, H.E. José María Ridao, and the Ambassador of Sweden, H.E. Klas Molin, to celebrate this
event amidst a large audience of music enthusiasts.
Speaking on the occasion H.E. José María Ridao the Ambassador of Spain said “The all-women’s Las Migas Flamenco group have been conquering the national and international stages for more than eighteen years,
establishing themselves as a benchmark of the most feminine, brave, and joyful Flamenco performance. Having them here to perform in India has been a special experience and the perfect way to kick off our assumption of
the EU Gender Champion Initiative.”
During the hour-long concert, “Las Migas” expressed through their enthralling musical performance, the message of women empowerment and gender equality. They said “Libres, the album’s name, which means
freedom, should serve as a reminder to young listeners that women are equally capable of playing instruments and leading a show. It’s a small attempt from our end to promote art and women empowerment”
After the concert, the group was overjoyed to know of their nomination for 2022 ´s Latin Grammy award in the category of best flamenco album, considering this is their second nomination.
