Ethiopian Singers' Stirring Vande Mataram at Modi Banquet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was deeply moved by a rendition of Vande Mataram performed by Ethiopian singers during a banquet hosted by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali. The event marked a significant moment as India commemorates the 150th anniversary of its national song, Vande Mataram.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his emotions, describing a recent rendition of Vande Mataram performed by Ethiopian singers as "deeply moving" during a banquet hosted by Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali.

The event, captured in a brief video shared by Modi, showcased three Ethiopian vocalists delivering a soulful version of India's national song. Both Modi and the Indian delegation were visibly uplifted, joyously clapping with hands raised.

The prime minister, who is on a significant four-day, three-nation tour, emphasized the importance of this performance coinciding with the 150th anniversary celebrations of Vande Mataram, India's cherished national anthem.

(With inputs from agencies.)