05:39 AM, 22-Nov-2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves for Delhi from Guyana
After the conclusion of the event in Guyana, PM Modi also shared several more pictures. The Prime Minister left Guyana for Delhi at around 5.18 am on 22 November Indian time. With this, PM Modi's five-day tour of three countries ended. The Prime Minister also visited the West African country Nigeria on this tour. After this he also participated in the summit of G-20 countries held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Prime Minister reached Guyana on the last leg of the visit.
#WATCH After completing his three-nation tour to Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana from November 16 to 21, PM Narendra Modi departs from Guyana's Georgetown, for Delhi.
PM Modi began his tour with a visit to Nigeria. In Brazil, he participated in the 19th G20 Summit. On the third… pic.twitter.com/WUe2RKzHl4
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05:24 AM, 22-Nov-2024
Cultural ties between India and Guyana also deepened due to cricket: PM Modi
Narendra Modi, the first PM to visit Guyana as an Indian Prime Minister after 56 years, also shared the memorable events through his social media handles. He shared photos of his meeting with cricket legends and rising stars and wrote, “Connecting through cricket! A pleasant conversation with Guyana's leading cricket players.” He said that this game has brought closer ties between our countries and has also deepened our cultural ties.
PM Narendra Modi tweets, “Connecting over cricket! A delightful interaction with leading cricket players of Guyana. The sport has brought our nations closer and deepened our cultural linkages.” pic.twitter.com/4T9g5A4Lr1
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05:15 AM, 22-Nov-2024
It is an honor to address the Parliament of Guyana, both countries are bound by shared history: PM Modi
Addressing the Indian community living in the South American country- Guyana, PM Modi said, 'I had the honor of addressing the Parliament of Guyana. As the mother of democracy, I felt a spiritual connection with one of the most vibrant democracies in the Caribbean region. It is our shared history that binds us together. Shared struggle against colonial rule, love for democratic values and respect for diversity. We have a common future that we want to build.
#WATCH Addressing the Indian community in Guyana's Georgetown, PM Modi says, “I had the honor of addressing the Guyanese Parliament. Coming from the mother of democracy, I felt the spiritual connect with one of the most vibrant democracies in the Caribbean region. We have a … pic.twitter.com/hhW1dpsGK9
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05:05 AM, 22-Nov-2024
PM Modi said in Guyana – returned to this multi-water land as Prime Minister
Describing his visit to Guyana before assuming the post of Prime Minister as memorable, PM Modi said, 'I have very fond memories of my visit to your wonderful country two decades ago. I had no official position at that time, I came to Guyana as a traveller, full of curiosity. Now I have returned to this multi-water land as the Prime Minister of India.
#WATCH Addressing the Indian community in Guyana's Georgetown, PM Modi says, “I have great memories of visiting your wonderful country over two decades ago. At that time, I had no official position, I came to Guyana as a traveller, full of curiosity. Now , I have returned to… pic.twitter.com/hTrrGdJhE4
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04:29 AM, 22-Nov-2024
Also invited from Guyana to Prayagraj Mahakumbh and Ayodhya's Ram Temple.
Prime Minister Modi also mentioned the immense potential related to tourism and pilgrimage areas in India. Addressing the Indian community in Georgetown, PM Modi said, 'Friends, 'Know India'… This will be a good opportunity to understand India, its values, culture and diversity. Next year, Maha Kumbh will be organized in Prayagraj from 13 January to 26 February, I invite all of you to attend this event with your family and friends. Referring to Basti and Gonda in Uttar Pradesh, the Prime Minister said that one can also visit these places when coming to India from Guyana. This is where many of you have come from. You can also visit Ram temple in Ayodhya.
#WATCH Addressing the Indian community in Guyana's Georgetown, PM Modi says, “Friends, 'Bharat ko jaaniye'… It will be a good opportunity to understand India, its values, culture and diversity. Next year, from 13th January to 26th February – Mahakumbh will be held at… pic.twitter.com/VxOOcoXD2s
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04:15 AM, 22-Nov-2024
We have reached Mars and Moon, soon we will become the third largest economy: PM Modi
Addressing the Indian community in Georgetown, Guyana, PM Modi said, the people of Guyana are well-wishers of India. He said, 'You must be closely watching the progress taking place in India… In just 10 years, India has grown from the 10th largest economy to the 5th largest economy. Soon we will become the third largest economy. Our youth have made us the third largest startup ecosystem in the world… We have reached Mars and the Moon.
#WATCH Addressing the Indian community in Guyana's Georgetown, PM Modi says, “The people of Guyana are well-wishers of India. You would be closely watching the progress being made in India… In just 10 years, India has grown from the 10th largest economy to the 5th largest and… pic.twitter.com/uFn4NGPP2d
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04:05 AM, 22-Nov-2024
'A tree named after mother' in Guyana, emotional moment
Addressing the Indian community, PM Modi said, I thank President Ali for opening the doors of his home for me. He said, along with President Ali and his grandmother, we also planted a tree – this is part of our initiative – 'Ek Pedra Maa Ke Naam'. It was an emotional moment that I will always remember. I am deeply honored to receive the Order of Excellence, Guyana's highest national award.
#WATCH Addressing the Indian community in Guyana's Georgetown, PM Modi says, “…I thank President Ali for opening the doors of his home for me… With President Ali, and his grandmother, we also planted a tree – it is part of our initiative – 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' It was an… pic.twitter.com/XowmtOaRMJ
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03:50 AM, 22-Nov-2024
PM In Guyana: Addressed Indian expatriates, also met stalwarts of cricket world; Know the updates
Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for India from Guyana today. Earlier, PM Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Georgetown, Guyana. Addressing the Indian community, Prime Minister Narendra Modi talked about the shared relations between India and Guyana. He particularly emphasized on culture, food and cricket. PM Modi said that these three things, in particular, deeply connect India and Guyana.
#WATCH Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins his address to the Indian community in Guyana's Georgetown
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Talk on the role of cricket in the relationship between the two countries
Regarding the strong relationship between the two countries regarding cricket, the Prime Minister said, 'Love for cricket also binds our countries strongly. It is not just a game, but a way of life, which is deeply embedded in our national identity. PM Modi said, the India-Guyanese community also has a unique food tradition. It has both Indian and Guyanese elements – I hear Dalpuri is popular.
#WATCH Addressing the Indian community in Guyana's Georgetown, PM Modi says, “The Indo-Guyanese community also has a unique food tradition which has both Indian and Guyanese elements – I have heard that Dalpuri is popular here… The love for cricket also binds our nations… pic.twitter.com/4rZKa9KXH6
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Welcome to the tune of India's national anthem in Guyana
Before the address, the national anthems of both the countries were also played in the presence of PM Modi and Guyana President Mohammad Irfan. In opening remarks, Guyana's President Mohammed Irfan Ali said, 'It is with great pride and pleasure that I welcome you all to this gathering today. The gathering is celebrating a relationship spanning almost two centuries. The presence of Indians in Guyana is a remarkable chapter in the history of our country.
#WATCH National anthems of India and Guyana are played at the event PM Modi arrived to address the Indian community, in Georgetown
Guyana's President Mohamed Irfaan Ali is also present.
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Indians have contributed to shaping the Guyanese way of life
President Irfan mentioned the more than 180 years old relationship between the two countries. He said, 'This relationship began 186 years ago, when the first Indians arrived here as indentured immigrants in 1838…From agriculture to trade, education to culture, sports to business, Indians have contributed to the development of Guyana. Have contributed in shaping the way of life. The vibrancy of Indian culture evident in our festivals, cuisine and traditions has become an integral part of our national identity.
#WATCH Guyana's President Mohamed Irfaan Ali says, “It is with great pride and pleasure that I welcome each of you to this gathering today. One that celebrates a bond spanning nearly two centuries. The Indian presence in Guyana is a remarkable chapter in our nation's history. … https://t.co/x5f5eeioy4 pic.twitter.com/wbfJDFQiBa
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