Waka of India‑New Zealand sets sail with shared hopes, says Modi

Modi explained that the Maori word “waka”, traditionally a canoe, now symbolizes the joint voyage of India and New Zealand. He described an open sea full of opportunities, favorable winds and a blue sky of determination. The success of this voyage, he said, depends not on a single captain but on the entire Indian community spread from Auckland to Wellington, Christchurch to Queenstown. Their collective effort will steer the partnership toward greater achievements.