Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar welcomed the initiative and expressed strong support for hosting parallel Geeta Mahotsav celebrations in Trinidad and Tobago, aligning with those held in India.
July 5, 2025These include the gifting of 2000 laptops to school students and the extension of the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card facility to the 6th generation of Indian diaspora members.
July 5, 2025The agreements were formalised following delegation-level talks between PM Modi and Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar in Port of Spain.
July 5, 2025“Both leaders agreed to deepen economic ties and enhance cooperation across various domains,” the Prime Minister’s Office stated on X.
July 5, 2025“Trinidad and Tobago is a small twin-island republic that has produced several world figures,” Ramesh wrote.
July 4, 2025PM Modi acknowledged the emotional and cultural importance of the gesture, calling it a reflection of shared traditions.
July 4, 2025She recalled Modi’s first visit to Trinidad in 2002 and reflected on how he returned now as the leader of over 1.4 billion people.
July 4, 2025“You all know that earlier this year, the world's largest spiritual gathering, the Mahakumbh, took place. I have the honour to carry that holy water with me,” he said.
July 4, 2025Speaking to an enthusiastic gathering of the Indian diaspora in Port of Spain, PM Modi emphasized the emotional and cultural depth of India’s bond with its overseas community.
July 4, 2025Recalling her ancestral roots in Buxar district, Bihar, Modi said, “Kamla ji’s ancestors lived in Buxar, Bihar. She herself has visited the village. People consider her a daughter of Bihar.”
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