At Bharat Drone Mahotsav, PM Modi pilots a drone

Published By : Admin | May 27, 2022 | 16:22 IST


PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bharat Drone Mahotsav today in New Delhi as well as took a tour of the exhibition organised at the venue showcasing indigenously developed drones. Enthused by the innovative spirit of the the country's youth, PM Modi took out time to try his hand at piloting a drone.

During the event, PM Modi said that drones would play a critical role in tracking development across India. “Be it disaster management, agriculture, surveillance, media or tourism; drones will revolutionise how services are provided to the public and also make life easy while providing government services,” said the PM.

PM Modi said that the government would provide full support to the drone industry in India. He shed light on various measures undertaken by the government to reduce unnecessary roadblocks in this sector. The PM also mentioned about the liberalisation of drone rules as well as PLI initiative for the growth of the drone industry.

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Prime Minister condoles the demise of former Suriname President
March 31, 2026

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, condoled the sudden demise of former President of Suriname, Mr Chandrikapersad Santokhi ji. The Prime Minister stated that this is not only an irreparable loss to Suriname but also to the global Indian diaspora. Recalling his many meetings with the late leader, Shri Modi noted that Santokhi Ji’s tireless service for Suriname and his efforts in strengthening India-Suriname relations were clearly reflected in their interactions. He also highlighted Santokhi Ji’s special fondness for Indian culture, noting that he won several hearts when he took oath in Sanskrit.

The Prime Minister posted on X:

“Deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden demise of my friend and the former President of Suriname, Mr. Chandrikapersad Santokhi Ji. This is not only an irreparable loss to Suriname but also to the global Indian diaspora.

I fondly recall my many meetings with him. His tireless service for Suriname and his efforts in strengthening India-Suriname relations were clearly reflected in our interactions. He had a special fondness for Indian culture. He won several hearts when he took oath in Sanskrit.

I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and the people of Suriname in this hour of grief. Om Shanti.

Sharing some glimpses from our various interactions…”