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India.com
06-07-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Brazils Grand Welcome For PM Modi With Patriotic Dance Tribute On Operation Sindoor Theme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sunday for a four-day official visit to attend the 17th BRICS Summit. Upon his arrival, the Indian diaspora warmly welcomed him with a cultural dance performance themed 'Operation Sindoor,' paying tribute to the valour of the Indian Armed Forces. The dance, themed on Operation Sindoor, was performed to the patriotic song 'Saugandh Mujhe Iss Mitti Ki', as PM Modi stood watching, visibly moved by the tribute. Operation Sindoor was launched by the Indian Armed Forces on May 7, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). The precision strike was carried out to avenge the barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which claimed 26 lives. #WATCH | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | People of the Indian diaspora perform a special cultural dance based on the theme of Operation Sindoor as they welcome PM Modi (Source: ANI/DD News) — ANI (@ANI) July 6, 2025 A Brazilian music group also performed devotional music, showcasing India's rich cultural and spiritual values. PM Modi also interacted with the members of the Indian diaspora as he received a grand welcome from the people of the Indian Community. BRICS Summit During the 17th BRICS Leaders' Summit, which is scheduled to take place on July 6 and 7, Prime Minister Modi will exchange views on key global issues. It could include discussions on international peace and security, strengthening multilateralism, responsible use of artificial intelligence, climate action, global health, and economic and financial matters. ANI reported, citing an official statement, that PM Modi is also likely to hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit 2025. PM Modi In Brazil The Prime Minister will travel to Brasilia, where he will hold bilateral discussions with President Lula on the broadening of the Strategic Partnership between the two countries in areas of mutual interest, including trade, defence, energy, space, technology, agriculture, health, and people-to-people linkages. Earlier, Members of the Indian Diaspora, who were waiting to meet PM Modi, expressed their enthusiasm over his visit, calling it a privilege to welcome the PM. Speaking to ANI, Vijay Solanki, a member of the Indian diaspora, said, "I am from Gujarat... I have been living in Brazil for a long time. We are very excited and feel privileged and honoured to welcome our Prime Minister today." Pooja, another member of the Indian diaspora, expressed enthusiasm and said, "I am from Gujarat, and I have been living in Brazil for the last three years. I am very excited to meet him." PM Modi's Foreign Visit Prime Minister Modi arrived in Brazil after concluding his visit to Argentina, where he held a bilateral meeting with Argentine President Javier Milei. After Brazil, he will head to Namibia on July 9. PM Modi began his five-nation, eight-day tour on Wednesday from Ghana. From there, the Prime Minister went to the Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago, and then to Argentina.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Brazil visit: PM Modi welcomed with Operation Sindoor-themed cultural performance in Rio; interacts with Indian diaspora
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a vibrant welcome from the Indian community upon his arrival in Brazil, with on of the highlights being a cultural dance inspired by . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The room in Rio de Janeiro came alive with the traditional Indian dance and folk music as members of the Indian diaspora celebrated the Prime Minister's visit. The stirring rendition themed on Operation Sindoor stood out- with the song 'Saugandh Mujhe Iss Mitti Ki" playing in the background, the performance drew praises and applause from the PM. The Prime minister also took pictures with the dance group. Operation Sindoor was a major military offensive launched on May 7, targeting nine terrorist sites across Pakistan and PoK with precision missile strikes. Key Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba bases in Bahawalpur and Muridke were hit in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. The inspired dance was part of the welcome event as Prime Minister is in Brazil to attend the 17th BRICS Summit (July 6–7) and for a State Visit to Brasilia. At the Summit, he is expected to discuss a range of global issues, including security, climate action, AI, multilateral reform, and health collaboration. Bilateral meetings with fellow leaders are also on the agenda. In Brasilia, Modi will hold talks with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, aiming to deepen the India–Brazil Strategic Partnership across sectors like defence, space, energy, commerce, technology, agriculture, and community engagement. Ahead of his arrival, Indian-origin residents expressed their enthusiasm. 'We are very excited and feel honoured to welcome our Prime Minister today,' said Vijay Solanki, a long-time resident from Gujarat. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Another member, Pooja, shared, 'I've been living in Brazil for three years, and this is a proud moment for us.' PM Modi landed in Brazil after wrapping up a visit to Argentina, where he met President Javier Milei. His ongoing eight-day, five-nation tour (July 2–9) began in Ghana and includes stops in Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. He is scheduled to address Namibia's Parliament on July 9.
