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Modi Hails India-France Relations as 'New Heights' During Paris Swaminarayan Temple Inauguration
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🗓 07 Sep 2026, 09:27 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said ties between India and France have reached new heights as the Swaminarayan temple was inaugurated in Paris.
Paris witnessed the opening of a new Swaminarayan temple, a landmark for the Indian diaspora and a symbol of cultural exchange between India and France. The ceremony was attended by community leaders and French officials, marking the first such temple in the French capital.
During the event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the development, stating that India‑France ties have ascended to unprecedented levels. He highlighted the shared democratic values and growing cooperation in trade, defence and cultural spheres.
Modi’s remarks underscored the strategic importance of soft‑power initiatives, noting that religious and cultural projects like the temple reinforce mutual respect and deepen bilateral engagement.
The inauguration is expected to strengthen people‑to‑people contacts and serve as a hub for Indian cultural activities in Europe, further consolidating the partnership that both governments have been nurturing over recent years.
French dignitaries expressed optimism that such initiatives will pave the way for broader collaboration across sectors, reinforcing the momentum of the Indo‑French relationship.
During the event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the development, stating that India‑France ties have ascended to unprecedented levels. He highlighted the shared democratic values and growing cooperation in trade, defence and cultural spheres.
Modi’s remarks underscored the strategic importance of soft‑power initiatives, noting that religious and cultural projects like the temple reinforce mutual respect and deepen bilateral engagement.
The inauguration is expected to strengthen people‑to‑people contacts and serve as a hub for Indian cultural activities in Europe, further consolidating the partnership that both governments have been nurturing over recent years.
French dignitaries expressed optimism that such initiatives will pave the way for broader collaboration across sectors, reinforcing the momentum of the Indo‑French relationship.