On Tuesday, President Droupadi Murmu was felicitated with the honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law by the University of Mauritius, demonstrating the depth of bilateral ties.
President Murmu, is on a three-day state visit to Mauritius during which she will be the chief guest at the country’s National Day celebrations on Tuesday.
“A special honour emblematic of the depth of India-Mauritius relations! President Droupadi Murmu @rashtrapatibhvn conferred with the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Civil Law by @UniOfMauritius,” the Ministry of External Affairs posted on X.
In her address, President Murmu Mauritian encouraged youth to stay connected with Bharta to nourish their proud past and invest in their bright future, it said.
She conveyed best wishes from the people of Bharat on Mauritius’ National Day. “I feel especially honoured to receive the honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law from this prestigious university today. I hope that it will inspire all young people, particularly young women to discover their unique passion and pursue their dreams,” she said.
“I feel overwhelmed by the heart-touching affection and warm welcome I have been receiving since I arrived in Mauritius. It shows the enduring strength of Bharat-Mauritius relations and the close people-to-people ties that nurture them,” she said.
“Standing among you all at the University of Mauritius today, I am reminded that education has been a key instrument in shaping this special relationship between our two countries, as well as the destiny of Mauritius.
In 1901, Mahatma Gandhi inspired Bharatiya indentured workers to educate themselves, resulting in their political and social empowerment, which led to the transformation of Mauritius.
“The subsequent visionary leadership of Mauritian leaders like Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam and Sir Anerood Jugnauth have built on this rich foundation, to create a vibrant, pluralistic and prosperous Mauritius, that inspires Africa and the world,” she said.
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