Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day visit to Mauritius. On Wednesday, PM Modi graced the Mauritius National Day Parade in Port Louis as the chief guest, with the Indian Navy contingent in attendance. Notably, PM Modi was accorded a grand reception at the airport on his arrival in Mauritius on Tuesday, when he addressed the people of Indian origin.
The government of Mauritius has honored PM Modi with its highest civilian award. He has become the first Indian to receive this prestigious honor.
What PM Modi Said
In Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed heartfelt wishes for National Day to all the citizens from over 1.4 billion Indians. He expressed his fortune at returning for the Mauritius National Day, underscoring the shared cultural traditions and values that bind India and Mauritius, not just the Indian Ocean. They are partners in the journey towards economic and social development.
PM Modi stated that whether faced with natural disasters or the COVID pandemic, both nations have consistently supported each other. Whether in defense, education, health, or space exploration, they advance together, shoulder to shoulder. Over the past decade, their relationships have expanded with new dimensions, setting remarkable benchmarks in development cooperation and capacity building.
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PM Modi received at Mauritius airport with a grand welcome ceremony.
