Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold bilateral talks with Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam today in Varanasi, further strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries.
Ramgoolam is on a state visit to India from September 9-16. The meeting will focus on strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in development partnership, capacity building, health, education, science & technology, energy, infrastructure, renewable energy, digital public infrastructure, and the blue economy.
According to officials, the meeting will take place at 11:00 am at Hotel Taj, located in Nadesar. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) earlier confirmed that the two leaders will engage in wide-ranging discussions to “deepen the enhanced strategic partnership between India and Mauritius”.
Varanasi District Magistrate Satyendra Kumar stated that all preparations for the bilateral talks have been completed, with security and logistical arrangements in place.
To witness the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat,PM Ramgoolam will also board a cruise from Ravidas Ghat and offer prayers at the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple later today. His accompanying delegation will also participate in these religious and cultural activities.
Mauritius is a key partner in India’s MAHASAGAR vision and “Neighbourhood First” policy, and the deepening cooperation between the two countries will contribute to the prosperity of both nations and the collective aspirations of the Global South.
The Varanasi summit marks a significant milestone in the shared journey of India and Mauritius towards mutual prosperity, sustainable development, and a secure and inclusive future. The meeting between the two leaders underscores the enduring civilizational connect, spiritual bonds, and deep-rooted people-to-people ties between the two countries
PM Modi is expected to depart for Delhi this afternoon following the conclusion of the bilateral talks, while the Mauritius Prime Minister will be heading to Ayodhya on Friday.
Highlighting the significance of the high-profile visit, BJP city President Pradeep Agrahari said, “The bilateral talks between the two Prime Ministers will send a powerful message from Kashi to the entire international platform. Kashi will set an example not just in cultural identity, but also in the realm of religious tourism in the times to come.
PM Ramgoolam arrived in Varanasi on Wednesday evening for a three-day visit to the holy city, which is also the parliamentary constituency of Prime Minister Modi.He was received at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and State Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna.