PM Modi Visits New Zealand, Auckland Sky Tower Lit Up
Auckland's Sky Tower illuminated in tricolour, PM Modi calls visit historic
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, on Friday, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in nearly four decades. To welcome him, the iconic Sky Tower in Auckland was illuminated in the colours of the Indian tricolour.
The 328-metre-tall Sky Tower, a prominent feature of Auckland's skyline, was lit up as a special gesture ahead of Modi's official visit. The tower offers stunning 360° views across the city and remains one of Auckland's most popular attractions.
Modi described his visit as 'historic' soon after landing in Auckland. He wrote on social media that he looked forward to holding talks with New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon and discussing the complete range of the India-NZ friendship. He also mentioned that he would be addressing a community programme in Auckland.
During his visit, Modi interacted with the Indian community in New Zealand and received a welcome featuring cultural performances representing different parts of India. He complimented the diaspora for keeping India's cultural heritage vibrant across generations and continents and for strengthening the people-to-people bonds between India and New Zealand.
The Indian community in New Zealand had waited four decades for the visit of an Indian Prime Minister, and their enthusiasm and warmth were visible during Modi's interaction with them. Modi was delighted to witness a vibrant celebration of India's rich cultural heritage during the community welcome in Auckland.
The visit is expected to strengthen the friendship between India and New Zealand. The illumination of the Sky Tower in tricolour was a symbol of this friendship, as mentioned by Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.
Modi's visit to New Zealand is a significant event, marking a new chapter in the relationship between the two countries. The visit is expected to have a positive impact on the bilateral ties between India and New Zealand, with discussions on various aspects of the India-NZ friendship.
The Indian Prime Minister's visit to New Zealand is a testament to the growing importance of the relationship between the two countries. As India continues to strengthen its ties with countries around the world, Modi's visit to New Zealand is a significant step in this direction.
In conclusion, PM Modi's visit to New Zealand is a historic event that marks a new chapter in the relationship between the two countries. The illumination of the Sky Tower in tricolour was a special gesture to welcome the Indian Prime Minister, and the visit is expected to have a positive impact on the bilateral ties between India and New Zealand.
