PM Modi Applauds Indian-Origin Leaders In Malaysia, Reinforces Diaspora And Bilateral Bonds

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held interactions with Indian-origin Ministers and Senators in Kuala Lumpur, where he lauded their role and achievements in public service. He underlined their strong emotional attachment to India and said their success reflected positively on the global Indian community.

Sharing his PM Modi described on X, “Had a wonderful interaction with PIO leaders, including distinguished Ministers and Senators. Their deep emotional connect to India was clearly visible. Their accomplishments in public life are a matter of immense pride for everyone.”

Earlier, the Prime Minister met Indian National Army veteran Jeyaraj Raja Rao and paid tribute to the Azad Hind Fauj and its founder, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

Calling the meeting deeply moving, PM Modi said, “It was very special to meet INA veteran Shri Jeyaraj Raja Rao. His life is marked by immense courage and sacrifice. Listening to his experiences was very inspiring. We remain forever indebted to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, the brave women and men of the INA, whose valour helped shape India’s destiny.”

He reaffirmed India’s gratitude to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and the men and women of the INA, stating that their bravery played a defining role in India’s journey towards independence.

High-Level Talks with Malaysian Leadership

“Had an excellent meeting with PM Anwar Ibrahim at Seri Perdana earlier today. India and Malaysia are maritime neighbours who have always enjoyed a close friendship. We reviewed developmental cooperation in sectors like trade, infrastructure, energy, IT, biotechnology and more. We also agreed to strengthen cooperation in the field of security, defence, AI, digital technologies and semiconductors,” PM Modi posted on X.

“People-to-people linkages are at the core of India-Malaysia friendship. The Social Security Agreement, a gratis e-visa for tourism and the coming of UPI to Malaysia will bring our people even closer. We are also working to increase university exchanges and create skill development opportunities for our youth,” PM Modi added.

Earlier, while addressing members of the Indian diaspora, the Prime Minister acknowledged, “To make India a free country, thousands of your ancestors made great sacrifices. Many of them had never seen India. But they were among the first to join Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s Indian National Army.”

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