PM Modi meets Mauritius President Gokhool, discuss ways to b
PM Modi meets Mauritius President Gokhool, discuss ways to boost bilateral ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool and the two leaders exchanged views on deepening the special and close bilateral ties
In this image released by @MEAIndia via X on March 11,
2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool and
Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam during a visit to Ayurveda Garden, in
Mauritius. (@MEAIndia via PTI Photo)
PORT LOUIS — Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool
on Tuesday and the two leaders exchanged views on deepening the special and
close bilateral ties.
Modi, who arrived here Tuesday morning on a two-day State
Visit, called on Gokhool at the State House.
"Had a great meeting with His Excellency Mr.
Dharambeer Gokhool, President of Mauritius. He is well acquainted with India
and Indian culture. Expressed gratitude for inviting me to be a part of the
National Day celebrations of Mauritius. We discussed how to further boost
bilateral ties across diverse sectors," Modi said in a post on X.
During the meeting, the two leaders exchanged views on
deepening the special and close bilateral ties between India and Mauritius, the
Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.
In this image released by @MEAIndia via X on March 11,
2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool and
Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam during a visit to Ayurveda Garden, in
Mauritius. (@MEAIndia via PTI Photo)
They recalled the shared history between the two
countries and the existence of strong people-to-people linkages, it added.
Prime Minister Modi noted that it was an honour for him
to attend the National Day celebrations of Mauritius as chief guest for the
second time.
In a special gesture, Prime Minister Modi handed over OCI
cards to President Gokhool and First Lady Vrinda Gokhool. He also gifted holy
Sangam water from Mahakumbh in a brass and copper pot to President Gokhool.
Modi also gifted Makhana - a superfood from Bihar, to Gokhool.
The Prime Minister presented a Banarasi silk saree in a
Sadeli box to the wife of President Gokhool.
The Banarasi saree, originating from Varanasi, is a
cultural heritage known for its fine silk, intricate brocades, and opulent zari
work, while the Sadeli box from Gujarat features intricate inlay craftsmanship.
After the talks, President Gokhool hosted a State lunch
in honour of Prime Minister Modi.
Prime Minister Modi also visited the Ayurveda Garden in
the State House, established in collaboration with the Government of India. The
Prime Minister noted that Mauritius is an important partner for India in
advancing the benefits of traditional medicine, including Ayurveda.
"It is commendable that an Ayurvedic Garden has been
built in the State House in Mauritius. I am also happy that Ayurveda is gaining
popularity in Mauritius. President Dharambeer Gokhool and I went to the
Ayurvedic Garden, giving me the opportunity to see it firsthand," Modi
posted on X.
Before meeting President Gokhool, Prime Minister Modi and
Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam planted a sapling at Sir
Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden.
Earlier, Prime Minister Modi received a warm welcome at
the airport upon his arrival in the country after nearly a decade. Modi last
visited Mauritius in 2015.
His Mauritius counterpart Ramgoolam and other leaders
gave a ceremonial welcome.
