Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Visit to Mauritius

Meeting with Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool during his state visit, focusing on enhancing bilateral relations.

• Mr. Modi expressed appreciation for the invitation to Mauritius' National Day celebrations.
• The leaders discussed strengthening ties across various sectors.
• Recalled the shared historical and cultural connections between India and Mauritius.

Special Gestures and Gifts

• Presented Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards to President Gokhool and First Lady Vrinda Gokhool.
• Gifted Gangajal from the Maha Kumbh, and makhana from Bihar to Mr. Gokhool.
• Presented a Banarasi silk saree in a Sadeli box to Mrs. Gokhool.

Ayurveda Initiative

Prime Minister Modi visited the Ayurveda Garden at the State House, emphasizing the importance of traditional medicine collaboration.

• Commended the establishment of an Ayurvedic Garden in Mauritius.
• Noted the growing popularity of Ayurveda in the country.

Ceremonial Events

• Mr. Modi, along with Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam, planted a sapling at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden.
• Received a ceremonial welcome upon arrival, marking his first visit to Mauritius in a decade.