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India-Mauritius Deepen Ties: Jaishankar Visit Spurs Health, Green Mobility Pacts

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's visit to Mauritius reinforced the strategic partnership with concrete outcomes across multiple sectors. Key achievements included the inauguration of 11 community projects, a new renal transplant unit, and the handover of 90 electric buses to promote green mobility. The launch of a dedicated iGost Karmayogi platform and progress on the Special Economic Package 2025 further deepened institutional and developmental cooperation. The visit underscored India's commitment to a sustainable, people-centric partnership under its Neighbourhood First policy and Vision MAHASAGAR.

Key Points: India, Mauritius Strengthen Ties with New Projects During Jaishankar Visit

  • 11 Community Projects Inaugurated
  • Renal Transplant Unit Launched
  • 90 Electric Buses Handed Over
  • iGOT Karmayogi Platform Launched
  • Special Economic Package 2025 Progress
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Neighbourhood First policy: India, Mauritius deepen ties during EAM Jaishankar's visit

EAM Jaishankar's Mauritius visit yielded key pacts in health, education, green mobility & infrastructure, boosting India's Neighbourhood First policy.

"The visit highlighted India's role as a proactive partner in sustainable development. - Ambassador Randhir Jaiswal"

New Delhi, April 11

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's visit to Mauritius has delivered a series of impactful outcomes across health, education, infrastructure, and green mobility, reaffirming India's commitment to its Neighbourhood First policy, Vision MAHASAGAR, and support for the Global South.

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the visit underscored a shared focus on sustainable and people‑centric partnership.

Among the key outcomes was the signing of a Letter of Exchange between the governments of India and Mauritius for the implementation of projects under the Special Economic Package 2025.

Eleven High Impact Community Development Projects were inaugurated across Mauritius, covering areas such as sustainable development, energy, sports, and infrastructure.

The visit also marked the launch of the first dedicated iGOT Karmayogi platform for a partner country, aimed at enhancing capacity building and governance.

In the health sector, Jaishankar inaugurated a Renal Transplant Unit at Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital, while India handed over 90 electric buses to Mauritius to promote green mobility.

Educational cooperation was strengthened through a Memorandum of Understanding between the University Grants Commission of India and the Higher Education Commission of Mauritius.

Additionally, India handed over a royalty cheque of USD 45,000 from the sale of nautical charts, in line with the protocol on navigational chart sales.

India and Mauritius share deep historical and cultural ties, with Mauritius hosting one of the largest Indian diasporas.

Bilateral relations have been marked by close cooperation in trade, investment, and development projects.

India has consistently supported Mauritius in areas ranging from infrastructure to capacity building, reflecting its broader commitment to the Indian Ocean region under Vision MAHASAGAR.

Ambassador Randhir Jaiswal noted that the visit highlighted India's role as a proactive partner in sustainable development, while Mauritius reaffirmed its appreciation for India's continued support.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to see concrete outcomes. The iGOT Karmayogi platform for capacity building is a smart export of our digital governance models. Hope we see more such tech-driven partnerships under Neighbourhood First.
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Aman W
While I appreciate the engagement, I sometimes wonder if our focus is spread too thin. We have massive infrastructure and health needs at home. I support helping neighbours, but the scale and publicity of every project abroad should be balanced with domestic accountability.
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Sarah B
The cultural and historical connection with Mauritius is special. Supporting their development in energy, sports, and education strengthens that bond. It's more than diplomacy; it's about family.
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Vikram M
Vision MAHASAGAR in action! Securing our maritime neighbourhood through development partnerships is crucial for regional stability. The royalty cheque from nautical charts is a nice, respectful touch showing we value mutual benefit, not just aid.
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Karthik V
The Special Economic Package 2025 sounds promising. Hope it translates to real jobs and growth for both countries. More trade, more investment. That's the way forward for the Global South.

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