In a deeply moving moment during his Israel tour, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Yad Vashem on Thursday, honoring the victims of the Holocaust. The site, dedicated to the memory of six million Jews murdered by Nazis, saw Modi offer flowers and prayers, revisiting the center for the second time.
Exploring the haunting Book of Names Hall, Modi connected with the personal stories of loss etched into history. This tribute highlights global remembrance efforts and India’s role in combating intolerance worldwide.
The day progressed with a bilateral meeting alongside President Isaac Herzog. Discussions centered on expanding collaboration in key sectors like education, entrepreneurial ecosystems, cutting-edge tech, and infrastructure links. Their partnership aims to propel mutual growth in a rapidly evolving world.
A highlight was planting a sapling together in the Presidential Garden as part of the heartfelt ‘One Tree for Mother’ campaign – a nod to maternal sacrifice and environmental stewardship. Modi cordially invited Herzog to India, fostering people-to-people connections.
Wrapping up his official itinerary, Modi will join PM Netanyahu for media remarks before departure. The visit kicked off memorably with Knesset address – a historic first for an Indian leader – and the rare honor of the Knesset Speaker Medal.
Netanyahu’s speech overflowed with affection, calling Modi more than a friend, a brother, and spotlighting their brotherly embrace. This journey cements India-Israel relations as a beacon of strategic alliance amid global challenges.