Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, following his victorious run in the 2024 General Elections, is set to be sworn in for his third consecutive term on June 9, 2024. The grand ceremony will be graced by several distinguished leaders from India’s neighbourhood and the Indian Ocean region, reflecting the nation’s commitment to its ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and ‘SAGAR’ (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision.
Among the esteemed guests attending the ceremony are President of Sri Lanka, H.E. Mr. Ranil Wickremesinghe; President of Maldives, H.E. Dr. Mohamed Muizzu; Vice-President of Seychelles, H.E. Mr. Ahmed Afif; Prime Minister of Bangladesh, H.E. Sheikh Hasina; Prime Minister of Mauritius, H.E. Mr. Pravind Kumar Jugnauth; Prime Minister of Nepal, H.E. Mr. Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’; and Prime Minister of Bhutan, H.E. Mr. Tshering Tobgay. Their acceptance of the invitation underscores the strong diplomatic ties and regional cooperation fostered under Modi’s leadership.
In addition to the swearing-in ceremony, these leaders will participate in a Banquet hosted by President Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the same evening. This event highlights the significance India places on its relations with neighbouring countries and its strategic partners in the Indian Ocean region.
The presence of these leaders at the swearing-in ceremony not only signifies mutual respect and camaraderie but also reaffirms India’s dedication to enhancing regional security, growth, and collaborative prosperity. The event promises to be a milestone in further strengthening the bonds between India and its neighbours, marking a new chapter in regional diplomacy and cooperation.
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