Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his two-day visit to Mauritius on March 11, 2025, receiving a ceremonial welcome from PM Navin Ramgoolam. The visit will include signing agreements on cooperation and inaugurating over 20 India-funded projects, highlighting strong bilateral ties and cultural heritage as Modi engages with the Indian community.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Mauritius commenced on March 11, 2025, with a ceremonial welcome from Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam. This visit, at the invitation of Ramgoolam, will result in multiple agreements aimed at enhancing cooperation in capacity building, trade, and addressing cross-border financial crimes. Modi will also serve as the chief guest at Mauritius’s national day celebrations during his visit.
Upon his arrival, PM Modi experienced a traditional Bihari welcome featuring Geet Gawai, a musical performance by women from the Indian diaspora, symbolizing the rich cultural heritage of the Bhojpuri community in Mauritius, which has gained UNESCO recognition. The performance highlighted the strong cultural ties between the two nations and Modi’s connection with Indian expatriates in Mauritius.
During the trip, PM Modi plans to inaugurate over 20 projects funded by India, focusing on capacity building and communal infrastructure. Significant developments include the inauguration of the Civil Services College building estimated at $4.75 million, as well as the E-inauguration of the Area Health Centre and 20 community projects costing around ₹7 crores, which encompass sports infrastructure among others.
The visit is seen as an opportunity to deepen the long-standing relations between India and Mauritius, with PM Modi stating that it would open a “new and bright” chapter for the bilateral ties. His engagements throughout the visit will reinforce India’s commitment to supporting Mauritius’s development initiatives.
PM Modi’s visit to Mauritius is expected to significantly strengthen bilateral relations through various agreements and inaugurations of crucial projects. The warm welcome from the Indian community and the cultural performances underscore the deep-rooted connections between the two nations. With numerous initiatives aimed at development and cooperation, the visit marks an important step towards enhancing the partnership between India and Mauritius.
Original Source: www.thehindu.com
