Democracy part of India’s ethos, PM tells expats
PM addresses diaspora
Colombo, June 9: Welcomed amid loud chants of “Modi!Modi!”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the Indian diaspora in Sri Lanka at the India House here on Sunday.
He expressed his pleasure at meeting the Indian community during his address, along with speaking on the recently culminated Lok Sabha elections which propelled him to power for the second consecutive term. “I thank the Indian community for coming to meet us here. It is always a delight to interact with the Indian diaspora,” he said.
He talked about the Indian elections, outlining how people have delivered a “clear-cut” mandate. “Democracy is a part of India’s ethos...After independence, this is the largest voter turnout that the elections saw,” he said.
Colombo, June 9: Welcomed amid loud chants of “Modi! Modi!”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the Indian diaspora in Sri Lanka at the India House here on Sunday.
He expressed his pleasure at meeting the Indian community during his address, along with speaking on the recently culminated Lok Sabha elections which propelled him to power for the second consecutive term.
“I thank the Indian community for coming to meet us here. It is always a delight to interact with the Indian diaspora,” he said during his address.
He talked about the Indian elections, outlining how people have delivered a “clear-cut” mandate. “Democracy is a part of India’s ethos... After independence, this is the largest voter turnout that the elections saw,” he said.
One member from the gathering shouted “2030 Modiji!” during his speech, which invited laughter from the leader.
“Today India’s position in the world is getting stronger and a large part of that credit goes to the Indian diaspora. I’ve been to many countries in these last five years, and everyone has always praised the Indian community’s contribution. Wherever I go, I’m told about the successes and accomplishments of the Indian diaspora,” Mr Modi stated appreciatively.
Highlighting the relationship shared between the Indian government and the country’s expatriates, the Prime Minister said, “I am happy to share that the Indian community overseas and the Government of India are on the same page when it comes to several issues.”
He was welcomed to the venue with loud cheers of “Bharat Mata ki Jai,” “Modi! Modi!” and “Jai Shree Ram,” which continued even after his speech as he greeted the gathered diaspora.
The leader was part of several engagements during his whirlwind official trip to Maldives and Sri Lanka. — ANI