Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand welcome from the Indian community on Saturday (local time) upon his arrival in Rio de Janeiro for a four-day visit to Brazil. During this visit, he will participate in the 17th BRICS Summit and undertake a State Visit.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Members of Brazil’s Indian community gave a very vibrant welcome in Rio de Janeiro. It’s amazing how they remain connected with Indian culture and are also very passionate about India’s development! Here are some glimpses from the welcome…”
Members of the Indian diaspora greeted the Prime Minister with vibrant traditional dances and folk songs. One of the highlights was a dance performance themed on Operation Sindoor, with the patriotic song “Ye Desh Nahi Mitne Dunga” resonating through the venue.
In a gesture of cultural harmony, a Brazilian music group also performed devotional songs, showcasing India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage.
Prime Minister Modi will attend the 17th BRICS Leaders’ Summit from July 6 to 7. During the Summit, he will exchange views with other leaders on pressing global issues, including peace and security, strengthening multilateralism, the responsible use of artificial intelligence, climate action, global health, and economic and financial matters. According to official sources, the Prime Minister is also expected to hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the Summit.
As part of the State Visit, PM Modi will travel to Brasilia for bilateral talks with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Discussions will focus on deepening the Strategic Partnership between the two nations in areas of mutual interest such as trade, defence, energy, space, technology, agriculture, health, and people-to-people ties.
Earlier, members of the Indian community, who had gathered to welcome the Prime Minister, expressed their excitement and pride.
“I am from Gujarat and have been living in Brazil for a long time. We are thrilled and feel privileged and honoured to welcome our Prime Minister today,” said Vijay Solanki, a member of the Indian diaspora.
Another member of the diaspora, Pooja, shared, “I am from Gujarat and have been living in Brazil for the past three years. I am very excited to meet him.”
PM Modi arrived in Brazil after concluding his visit to Argentina, where he held a bilateral meeting with Argentine President Javier Milei.
Following his engagements in Brazil, the Prime Minister will travel to Namibia on July 9, where he is also scheduled to address the Namibian Parliament.
PM Modi is currently on a five-nation, eight-day tour (July 2 to July 9) that began in Ghana. From there, he travelled to the Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago, followed by Argentina, and now Brazil.
(With inputs from ANI)
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