Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritius counterpart, Navinchandra Ramgoolam, jointly inaugurated the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation on Wednesday.
The institute will likely become a center for learning, research, and leadership development.
Taking to X, PM Modi posted, “PM Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam and I jointly inaugurated the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation. It will serve as a hub for learning, research and public service, fostering new ideas and leadership for the future. It also strengthens our shared commitment to progress and development.”
Earlier in the day, PM Modi received Mauritius’ Highest National Award in recognition of India’s deep-rooted ties with the island nation.
Despite heavy rain, a large crowd gathered to witness the moment on Mauritius’ National Day.
Expressing his gratitude, PM Modi dedicated the honor to the people of India and the Indian diaspora in Mauritius.
While receiving the award, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated, “I express my heartfelt gratitude for being conferred the highest national award of Mauritius. This is not just my honour, it is the honour of 1.4 billion Indians. It is a tribute to the centuries old cultural and historical bonds of kinship between India and Mauritius. It is an acknowledgement of our said commitment to regional peace, progress, security and sustainable development. And it is a symbol of the shared hopes and aspirations of the global south.”
PM Modi acknowledged the contributions of Indian-origin Mauritians, recognizing their role in shaping the country’s diverse and vibrant identity.
“I accept this award with filled humility and gratitude. I dedicate it to your ancestors who came from India to Mauritius centuries ago and to all their generations. Through their hardwork, they wrote a golden chapter in the development of Mauritius and contributed to its vibrant diversity,” the Prime Minister noted.
PM Modi further reiterated India’s commitment to strengthening the India-Mauritius Strategic Partnership and taking it to new heights.
“I also embrace this honour as a responsibility and reaffirm our commitment that we will continue to make every effort to enhance India Mauritius Strategic Partnership to greater heights,” the Prime Minister asserted.
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