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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his respects to Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the World Wars at the Mazargues War Cemetery in Marseille, France. This tribute took place on Wednesday, with French President Emmanuel Macron by his side. The cemetery is a significant site, honoring soldiers who fought alongside the French during World War I. Visuals showed PM Modi laying a wreath and offering a respectful bow at the Indian Memorial.
After the tribute, PM Modi and President Macron moved on to inaugurate the new Indian consulate in Marseille. The two leaders pressed a button to officially open the consulate, and the event was met with cheers from the gathered Indian diaspora.
VIDEO | PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron lay a wreath at Mazargues War Cemetery in France's Marseille in honour of the memory of Indian soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice while defending foreign lands during the World Wars.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 12, 2025
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During the trip, PM Modi and President Macron discussed enhancing the India-France Strategic Partnership. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and addressing key global and regional issues. They also flew together from Paris to Marseille aboard the French Presidential Aircraft, continuing their discussions en route.
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron pay tributes to the fallen soldiers at Mazargues War Cemetery in Marseilles, France pic.twitter.com/HiWXllcSSi
— ANI (@ANI) February 12, 2025
The Prime Minister also engaged with members of the Indian diaspora in Marseille, who celebrated the occasion with Indian and French flags and vibrant tricoloured headgear. The visit reflected the strong and growing ties between India and France and further emphasized India’s commitment to global diplomacy.
