"A Mini India exists in Guyana," says PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'
PM Narendra Modi Celebrates Indian Heritage in Guyana and Global Cultural Initiatives
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently highlighted the significant impact of the Indian diaspora in Guyana, referring to it as a 'Mini India'. During the 116th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', he noted that people of Indian origin have become leaders in various fields in Guyana, including politics, business, education, and culture. The President of Guyana, Dr. Irfan Ali, is also of Indian origin.
PM Modi discussed a project in Oman aimed at preserving the history of Indian families who have lived there for centuries. With the help of the Indian Embassy in Oman and the National Archives of India, a team is collecting historical documents, some dating back to 1838.
In Slovakia, efforts are being made to promote Indian culture by translating the Upanishads into the Slovak language for the first time. These initiatives reflect the global influence of Indian culture.
During his visit to Guyana from November 20 to 22, PM Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the nation in 56 years. India and Guyana signed 10 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in areas such as culture, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals. The visit is expected to strengthen India-Guyana ties and encourage regional partnerships.
PM Modi also received the 'Key to the city of Georgetown' and was warmly welcomed by the Indian community in Guyana.
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Indian diaspora
Indian diaspora refers to people of Indian origin who live outside India. They have moved to other countries for various reasons like work or study.
Mini India
Mini India is a term used to describe a place outside India where many Indian people live and maintain their culture and traditions.
MoUs
MoUs stands for Memorandums of Understanding. These are agreements between two or more parties to work together on certain projects or goals.
Key to the city
The 'Key to the city' is a symbolic honor given to someone as a sign of respect and welcome. It means the person is considered a friend of the city.
Upanishads
The Upanishads are ancient Indian texts that contain important spiritual teachings and ideas. They are part of Hindu philosophy.
Slovak
Slovak is the language spoken in Slovakia, a country in Europe. Translating the Upanishads into Slovak means making these texts available to people who speak this language.
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