Tashkent: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and affection extended by members of the Indian community in Tashkent during his visit to Uzbekistan.
Sharing his thoughts, the Prime Minister said he was deeply moved by the warmth, affection and heartfelt hospitality shown by the Indian diaspora in Tashkent.
PM Modi described the Indian community as a “living bridge” between India and Uzbekistan, highlighting its important role in strengthening people-to-people connections and deepening the friendship between the two countries.
He noted that the diaspora’s cultural and social links contribute to bringing the people of India and Uzbekistan closer and reinforce the longstanding bonds between the two nations.
The Prime Minister also conveyed the sentiment in Uzbek, expressing how deeply he was touched by the sincere affection and warm reception of the Indian community in Toshkent.
The interaction comes at a time when India-Uzbekistan relations are entering a new phase, with both countries elevating their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and expanding cooperation across culture, education, trade, technology and several other areas.
PM Modi’s message underlined the important role of the Indian diaspora in strengthening the human and cultural dimension of India-Uzbekistan relations, making the community an enduring link between the two societies.