President Murmu Hosts Leaders at Modi's Swearing-In, Emphasizes 'Neighborhood First'

President Droupadi Murmu hosted a banquet for leaders from neighboring countries following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony. The event emphasized India's 'Neighborhood First' policy, with leaders from Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bangladesh, and other countries in attendance, highlighting regional cooperation and prosperity.

In a significant diplomatic move, President Droupadi Murmu hosted a banquet on Sunday for leaders from neighboring countries who attended the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The ceremonial event marked Modi's third term as Prime Minister.

The President extended her wishes to Modi, acknowledging his high responsibility in serving the nation. Among the notable attendees were the President of Sri Lanka, Ranil Wickremesinghe, and the Prime Ministers of Bangladesh and Nepal, Sheikh Hasina and Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda, respectively.

The gathering underscored India's 'Neighborhood First' policy and SAGAR Vision, signaling a commitment to regional cooperation. The presence of these leaders, President Murmu noted, highlighted the collaborative effort to foster peace and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region and beyond.