Your Excellency, President Dharambeer Gokhool,
First Lady, Mrs. Brinda Gokhool,
Honorable Vice President, Mr. Robert Hungley,
Prime Minister, Mr. Ramgoolam,
Distinguished Guests,

It is an honor for me to once again participate as the Chief Guest in the National Day celebrations of Mauritius.

I sincerely thank His Excellency, the President, for his warm hospitality and gracious honor.

This gathering is not just a meal; it is a testament to the deep and enduring ties between India and Mauritius.

The cuisine of Mauritius is not just rich in flavor; it also reflects the country’s vibrant social diversity.

It embodies the shared heritage of India and Mauritius.

Every gesture of Mauritian hospitality carries the warmth and sweetness of our enduring friendship.

On this special occasion, I extend my heartfelt wishes for the excellent health and well-being of His Excellency, President Dharambeer Gokhool, and Mrs. Brinda Gokhool. I also wish for the continued progress, prosperity, and happiness of the people of Mauritius. Furthermore, I reaffirm India’s unwavering commitment to our enduring partnership.

Jai Hind!
Vive Maurice!

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PM visits Somnath Temple, terms the 75th anniversary of its rebuilding a milestone in Bharat's civilisational journey
May 11, 2026

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today visited the Somnath Temple and expressed feeling blessed on the occasion marking 75 years since the rebuilt temple opened its doors for devotees.

The Prime Minister noted his divine experience upon arriving at the holy shrine of Somnath on the 75th anniversary of the rebuilt temple's inauguration. Shri Modi highlighted that seeing the immense energy and enthusiasm of Lord Somnath's devotees along the temple path left him overwhelmed and emotional. He stated that he is reliving the very moment today that India's first President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Ji, must have experienced during the inauguration of the rebuilt temple. He further added that the devotional atmosphere of the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav is infusing an amazing energy all around.

The Prime Minister also observed that one can experience Bhakti in every corner of Somnath. Acknowledging that countless people have come together to mark 75 years since the rebuilt temple opened its doors, Shri Modi emphasised that the historic day was indeed a milestone in the civilisational journey of Bharat.

In a series of posts on X, the Prime Minister wrote:

"Jai Somnath! Feeling blessed to be here, when we are marking 75 years since the rebuilt Temple opened its doors for devotees."

"पुनर्निर्मित सोमनाथ मंदिर के लोकार्पण की 75वीं वर्षगांठ पर पावनधाम सोमनाथ आकर दिव्य अनुभूति हुई है। इस अवसर पर मंदिर मार्ग पर भगवान सोमनाथ के भक्तों के जोश और प्रचंड उत्साह को देखकर मन अभिभूत और भावविभोर है! मैं आज यहां उस क्षण को जी रहा हूं, जिसका अनुभव भारत के प्रथम राष्ट्रपति डॉ. राजेंद्र प्रसाद जी ने पुनर्निर्मित मंदिर के लोकार्पण के अवसर पर किया होगा। सोमनाथ अमृत महोत्सव का भक्तिमय वातावरण हर तरफ अद्भुत ऊर्जा का संचार कर रहा है।" 

"At Somnath, one can experience Bhakti in every corner. Countless people have come together to mark 75 years since the rebuilt Temple opened its doors to devotees. That day was indeed a milestone in the civilisational journey of Bharat."