PM Modi Gets Grand Welcome In Brazil With Op Sindoor-Themed Dance Performance
PM Modi is in Brazil for a four-day visit during which he will participate in the 17th BRICS Summit and undertake a State Visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand welcome from the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Saturday. The event was marked by a vibrant cultural performance themed around 'Operation Sindoor', with the powerful slogan ' Ye Desh Nahi Mitne Dunga" echoing through the venue.
Visuals shared by news agency ANI show PM Modi watching the dance performance with keen interest as members of the Indian community performed traditional dances and folk songs to greet the Indian leader.
A Brazilian music group also took part, performing devotional music that highlighted India's rich cultural and spiritual heritage.
PM Modi is in Brazil for a four-day visit during which he will participate in the 17th BRICS Summit and undertake a State Visit.
The BRICS Leaders' Summit, held on July 6 and 7, will see him discuss key global issues such as peace and security, strengthening multilateralism, the responsible use of artificial intelligence, climate action, global health, and economic and financial matters.
In addition to the summit, PM Modi is expected to hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines, including discussions with Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The two leaders will focus on expanding the Strategic Partnership between India and Brazil in sectors such as trade, defence, energy, space, technology, agriculture, health, and people-to-people ties.
PM Modi arrived in Brazil after concluding his visit to Argentina, where he met with Argentine President Javier Milei. Following Brazil, he will travel to Namibia on July 9, where he will address the country's parliament.
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