1.#Tursday 11, Sep 2025, 19:30, 4007./1 #PMINDIA: News Updates: PM’s Press Statement during Joint Press Statement with Prime Minister of Mauritius./

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1.#Tursday 11, Sep 2025, 19:30, 4007./

1 #PMINDIA: News Updates: PM’s Press Statement during Joint Press Statement with Prime Minister of Mauritius./

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VIDEO:PM Narendra Modi & Mauritius PM Ramgoolam at the Exchange of MoUs & give Press Statement, Varanasi

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PM’s Press Statement during Joint Press Statement with Prime Minister of Mauritius

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Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam Ji

Delegates from both countries,

Friends from the media

Namaskar,

It is a matter of pride for me to welcome you to my parliamentary constituency. Kashi has always been a symbol of India’s civilization and cultural heritage.

Centuries ago, our culture and traditions travelled from India to Mauritius, and became a part of everyday life there. Just like the eternal flow of Maa Ganga in Kashi, the continuous stream of Indian culture has enriched Mauritius.

And today, when we are welcoming friends from Mauritius in Kashi, it is not just a formality but a spiritual union. That is why I proudly say that India and Mauritius are not just partners but a family.

Friends,

Mauritius is a key part of India’s Neighbourhood First policy and our Vision ‘MAHASAGAR’. In March, I had the honour of attending Mauritius’ National Day celebrations, where we elevated our ties to an ‘Enhanced Strategic Partnership’. Today, we reviewed all areas of our cooperation in detail, and also exchanged views on regional and global matters.

Friends,

I warmly congratulate Prime Minister Ramgoolam ji and the people of Mauritius on the conclusion of the Chagos Agreement. This is a historic milestone for Mauritius’ sovereignty. India has always supported decolonization, and the full recognition of Mauritius’ sovereignty. India has always stood firmly with Mauritius in this journey.

Friends,

India takes pride in being a trusted primary partner in Mauritius’ development. Today, we have announced a Special Economic Package designed to support Mauritius’ needs and priorities. This will strengthen infrastructure, create new employment opportunities, and further enhance healthcare facilities.

The first Jan Aushadhi Kendra outside India has now been established in Mauritius. Today, we have also decided that India will extend its cooperation in establishing an AYUSH Centre of Excellence, a 500-bed Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam National Hospital, as well as a Veterinary School and Animal Hospital in Mauritius.

At the same time, we will also advance projects such as the Chagos Marine Protected Area; the ATC Tower at SSR International Airport; as well as the expansion of highways and ring roads.

This package is not an assistance. It is an investment in our shared future.

Friends,

Last year, UPI and RuPay cards were launched in Mauritius. Now, we will work towards enabling trade in local currencies.

Energy security is an important pillar of our partnership. India is supporting Mauritius in its energy transition. We are providing 100 electric buses to Mauritius, of which 10 have already been delivered. The Comprehensive Partnership Agreement concluded in the field of energy will further strengthen this cooperation. We have also decided to extend support in the establishment of a 17.5 MW floating solar power plant at Tamarind Falls.

We have a long-standing partnership in the field of human resource development. More than 5,000 citizens of Mauritius have already received training in India. During my visit in March, it was decided to provide training to 500 civil servants. I am very pleased to note that the first batch is currently undergoing training in Mussoorie.

Today, we have decided to establish a new Directorate of Science and Technology in Mauritius. Very soon, we will also launch the training modules of Mission Karmayogi in Mauritius.

The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, and the Indian Institute of Plantation Management have entered into agreements with the University of Mauritius. These agreements will elevate our partnership in research, education, and innovation to new heights.

Friends,

A free, open, secure, stable, and prosperous Indian Ocean is our shared priority. In this context, India remains fully committed to strengthening the security of Mauritius’s Exclusive Economic Zone, and enhancing its maritime capacity.

India has always stood as the first responder and a net security provider in the Indian Ocean region.

The refitting of the Mauritius Coast Guard ship is being undertaken in India. In addition, 120 of their officers are also being trained in India.

Today, an agreement has been concluded on cooperation in the field of hydrography. Over the next five years, we will work together on joint surveys, navigation charts, and hydrographic data of the EEZ.

Excellency,

India and Mauritius are two nations, but our dreams and destiny are one.

This year, we are commemorating the 125th birth anniversary of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam. He is not only the Father of the Nation of Mauritius but also the founding architect of the enduring bridge between India and Mauritius. His anniversary will continue to inspire us to work together to take our relationship to greater heights.

Once again, I extend a warm welcome to the delegation. Thank you.

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2.##India – Mauritius Joint Announcement : Special Economic Package: 11 Sep, 2025: Print News,// 

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VIDEO:PM Narendra Modi & Mauritius PM Ramgoolam at the Exchange of MoUs & give Press Statement, Varanasi

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India – Mauritius Joint Announcement : Special Economic Package

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The Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius, His Excellency Dr. The Honourable Navinchandra Ramgoolam undertook a State Visit to India at the invitation of His Excellency Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India. The two Prime Ministers held very fruitful discussions on a wide range of bilateral issues. On the basis of requests submitted by the Government of Mauritius, the following projects have been agreed, in principle, to be jointly implemented by India and Mauritius.

Projects/Assistance to be undertaken on Grant basis

I. New Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam National Hospital.

II. AYUSH Centre of Excellence.

III. Veterinary School and Animal Hospital.

IV. Provision of helicopters.

It is estimated that the costs of these project and assistance requested would be approximately USD 215 million/MUR 9.80 billion.

Projects/Assistance to be undertaken on Grant-cum-LOC basis

I. Completion of construction work of new ATC tower at SSR International Airport.

II. Development of Motorway M4.

III. Development of Ring Road Phase II.

IV. Acquisition of port equipment by CHCL.

Estimated costs of these projects/assistance would be approximately USD 440 million/MUR 20.10 billion.

2. On the strategic side the two sides have also agreed, in-principle, for the following:

I. Redevelopment and restructuring of Port in Mauritius; and

II. Assistance in development and surveillance of Chagos Marine Protected Area.

3. It was also in-principle, agreed that the Government of India will extend budgetary assistance of USD 25 mn in the current Financial Year.

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3.###List of Outcomes : State visit of Prime Minister of Mauritius to India.///

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VIDEO: PM Narendra Modi & Mauritius PM Ramgoolam at the Exchange of MoUs & give Press Statement, Varanasi

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List of Outcomes : State visit of Prime Minister of Mauritius to India

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No. MoUs/Agreements

1. Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in the Field of Science and Technology between the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India and the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research, Republic of Mauritius

2. Memorandum of Understanding between Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Institute of Oceanography, and Mauritius Oceanography Institute

3. Memorandum of Understanding between Karmayogi Bharat under the Department of Personnel and Training and the Ministry of Public Service and Administrative Reforms, Government of Mauritius

4. Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in the field of Power Sector

5. Memorandum of Understanding regarding Indian grant assistance for Implementation of Phase II of Small Development Projects

6. Renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding in the field of Hydrography

7. Agreement between the Government of India and the Government of Mauritius on Cooperation for the Establishment of Telemetry, Tracking, and Telecommunications Station for Satellites and Launch Vehicles and for Cooperation in the fields of Space Research, Science and Application

Announcements:

1. Memorandum of Understanding between Indian Institute of Technology, Madras and University of Mauritius, Réduit

2. Memorandum of Understanding between Indian Institute of Plantation Management, Bengaluru and University of Mauritius

3. To take forward the G2G proposal to set up a 17.5 MW Floating Solar PV Project at Tamarind Falls. A team from NTPC Ltd. will be visiting Mauritius shortly to finalise an agreement with CEB in this regard.

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JAI HIND
JAI BHARATHAM
VANDHE MADHARAM
BHARAT MATHA KI JAI.

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