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PM Modi Honors Holocaust Victims at Yad Vashem, Strengthens India-Israel Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid solemn respects at the Yad Vashem World Holocaust Remembrance Center in Jerusalem. He described the Holocaust as a dark chapter and a reminder to uphold human dignity. Modi held wide-ranging and fruitful discussions with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, focusing on futuristic areas of cooperation. The visit also included a warm welcome from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, highlighting strengthening bilateral ties.

Key Points: PM Modi Visits Yad Vashem Holocaust Center in Israel

  • Wreath-laying at Yad Vashem Holocaust Center
  • Visit to the Hall of Names
  • Fruitful talks with Israeli President
  • Discussion on tech and startup cooperation
  • Support for 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative
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PM Modi lays wreath at World Holocaust Rememberance Center

PM Narendra Modi lays a wreath at Yad Vashem, meets Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Herzog to discuss bilateral cooperation and innovation.

"The Holocaust stands as one of humanity's darkest chapters. It is an eternal reminder of the need to uphold humanity, dignity and peace. - PM Narendra Modi"

Jerusalem, February 26

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday laid a wreath at the Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center in Jerusalem.

PM Modi also visited the Hall of Names, a solemn space that preserves the memory of those who suffered and perished during the Holocaust.

In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Laid a wreath at Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center. Grateful to PM Netanyahu for accompanying me during this visit. Also visited the Hall of Names, a solemn space that preserves the memory of those who suffered and perished during the Holocaust. The Holocaust stands as one of humanity's darkest chapters. It is an eternal reminder of the need to uphold humanity, dignity and peace."

Established in 1953 by an act of the Knesset (Israeli Parliament), Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center, is entrusted with Holocaust commemoration, documentation, research and education: remembering the six million Jews murdered by the German Nazis and their collaborators; commemorating the destroyed Jewish communities, the ghetto and resistance fighters; and honoring the Righteous Among the Nations who risked their lives to rescue Jews during the Holocaust.

PM Modi said that his talks with Israeli President Issac Herzog were fruitful and wide-ranging.

Herzog also said that India and Israel are stronger together.

In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Glimpses from the meeting with President Herzog. Our talks were extremely fruitful and wide-ranging."

PM Modi tweeted in agreement with Herzog, saying, "Fully agree with you, President Herzog. It was a delight to meet you and discuss diverse aspects of the India-Israel friendship. There is immense scope in futuristic areas such as technology, innovation, StartUps and more. My gratitude to you for supporting the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' (A tree for Mother) initiative."

PM Modi began a two-day official visit to Israel by meeting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv on Wednesday. In a warm gesture, Israeli PM Netanyahu and his wife personally welcomed him at the airport and honoured him with a special guard of honour.

- ANI

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Priya S
Respectful and meaningful visit. While strengthening ties with Israel is good for tech and security, I hope our foreign policy also remains balanced and mindful of our historical relationships in the region.
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Rohit P
Good to see our leader paying respects. The Holocaust was a terrible tragedy. We Indians understand suffering from partition and other conflicts. Peace and humanity should always come first. 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone with family affected by genocide, I appreciate this act of remembrance. It's a universal message. The 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative being supported is a nice touch too – connecting environmental care with this solemn visit.
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Vikram M
The focus on futuristic areas like tech and startups with Israel is the real win for India. We have so much to learn and gain from their innovation ecosystem. The diplomatic courtesy shown is just part of building that strong partnership.
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Karthik V
While the visit's intent is noble, I do wish our own memorials for tragedies in Indian history received similar high-profile attention. Remembering global history is important, but so is commemorating our own.

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