During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Mauritius, he presented the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card to Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam and his wife, Veena Ramgoolam, which was hailed by Members of Parliament Mahend Gungapersad and Ajay Gunness. They described it as a “proof of friendship” and a testament to the strong bilateral ties between India and Mauritius.

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PM Modi presented OCI cards to PM Ramgoolam and his wife during his visit to Mauritius.
MPs Mahend Gungapersad and Ajay Gunness praised Modi’s gesture as a sign of deep friendship.
The MPs expressed that the gesture represents Mauritius as “not just a friend, but a member of the family.”
Gungapersad said the award signifies the strong relationship between Mauritius and India and welcomed Modi’s recognition.
PM Modi was also honored with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean award.
This award is only conferred on a select few foreign dignitaries, with Nelson Mandela being one of the past recipients.
Gunness welcomed Modi’s decision to extend OCI cards to the seventh generation of the Indian diaspora in Mauritius.
Sarita Boodhoo, a Bhojpuri Union Chairperson in Mauritius, expressed happiness over Modi’s blessings and praised his initiative for the younger generation to benefit from OCI cards.
PM Modi’s visit to Mauritius solidified ties in trade, commerce, and the blue economy, strengthening India-Mauritius bonds.
PM Modi became the first Indian to receive the prestigious Grand Commander award from Mauritius, marking his 21st international honor.