PM unveils statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Bishkek

Published By : Admin | July 12, 2015 | 22:04 IST
PM Modi unveils a statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Shri Modi describes Mahatma Gandhi as 'Vishwa Maanav'
Bapu was a torchbearer not only for his generation but for the future generations as well: PM
PM congratulates the people and leaders of Kyrgyzstan for adopting the democratic form of Government

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, was greeted by an enthusiastic group of people today, as he unveiled a statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Bishkek. Speaking on the occasion, he remarked that this was his first visit to Central Asia, and a statue of Mahatma Gandhi had been unveiled in two countries, during this visit.

The Prime Minister described Mahatma Gandhi as a "vishv maanav" - one who was not bound by man-made borders. He said Bapu was a torchbearer not only for his generation but for the future generations as well. He said the world currently faces two major challenges, terrorism and climate change, and said the solution to both could be found in the life and thought of Mahatma Gandhi.

The Prime Minister congratulated the people and leaders of Kyrgyzstan for adopting the democratic form of Government.

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius, H.E. Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, today.

Emphasising the special and unique ties between India and Mauritius, the two leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to further deepen the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

They discussed the ongoing cooperation across a broad range of areas, including development partnership, capacity building, defence, maritime security, digital infrastructure, and people-to-people ties.

PM appreciated the whole-hearted participation of PM Ramgoolam in the 11th International Day of Yoga.

Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s steadfast commitment to the development priorities of Mauritius in line with Vision MAHASAGAR and India’s Neighbourhood First policy.

Prime Minister extended invitation to PM Ramgoolam for an early visit to India. Both leaders agreed to remain in touch.