PM Modi in Paris: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed the Indian diaspora in Paris, France and said that India is a model of diversity and this is the most powerful aspect of its democracy. PM Modi said that people-to-people contact is the strongest foundation of Indo-French partnership. India and France are tackling many challenges of the 21st century. Therefore, the strategic partnership between our countries assumes all the more significance at this critical time. He also congratulated the people of France for its national party on Friday.
- PM Modi said, the world has come to believe that it will not take much time for India to become a $5 trillion economy.
- India is the mother of democracy and a model of diversity; This is our great strength.
- PM Modi said, after a few hours India will launch the historic Chandrayaan-3 from Sriharikota.
- PM Modi told NRIs, come to India without cash, just bring a mobile phone, you will be able to survive in India without even a single paisa cash.
- Very soon, Indian tourists will be able to pay in rupees through mobile phones at the Eiffel Tower in Paris, PM Modi said.
- The Prime Minister announced that it has been decided that Indian students pursuing their Masters in France will be given a 5-year long-term post-study visa.
- Hundreds of years ago, the Indian soldiers who protected the pride of France were martyred on French soil while performing their duty. The Punjab Regiment, one of the regiments that took part in the battle here, is going to participate in the National Day Parade tomorrow.
- India is determined that it will not let any opportunity pass by, nor will it let even a moment go in vain. I have taken a pledge that every second of mine is for the people of the country.
- PM Modi said, whether it is climate change, global supply chain or terrorism, India’s experience in dealing with various challenges is proving helpful to the world.
- The Prime Minister said, the world is moving towards a new order, India’s strength and role are changing very fast.
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