Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first Indian recipient of Mauritius’ highest civilian award, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, given by Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam. This accolade acknowledges Modi’s contributions to strengthening bilateral relations and adds to his 21 international honors, including notable awards from countries such as Saudi Arabia, France, and the UAE.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made history by becoming the first Indian to receive Mauritius’ highest civilian award, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean. This recognition was announced by Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam, emphasizing Modi’s significant contributions to enhance India-Mauritius relations. The honor illustrates the enduring historical and strategic connections shared between India and the island nation.
The award is considered Mauritius’ most esteemed recognition, placing Prime Minister Modi among a select group of global leaders who have been presented with this title. During the award ceremony, Prime Minister Ramgoolam remarked on the appropriateness of this honor for Modi, noting that only five foreign dignitaries have received it since Mauritius became a Republic, including the prominent Nelson Mandela in 1998.
This latest accolade is part of a growing list of international recognitions for Modi, marking the 21st award he has received. His remarkable international recognition includes the Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer, given to him during his visit to Kuwait, which stands as the country’s highest knighthood reserved for distinguished heads of state.
Among the notable previous awards Modi has received are the following:
– Order of Abdulaziz Al Saud (Saudi Arabia, 2016)
– State Order of Ghazi Amir Amanullah Khan (Afghanistan, 2016)
– Grand Collar of the State of Palestine (Palestine, 2018)
– Order of Zayed (UAE, 2019)
– Order of St. Andrew (Russia, 2019)
– Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour (France, 2023)
– Order of the Nile (Egypt, 2023)
– Order of the Druk Gyalpo (Bhutan, 2024)
– Dominica Award of Honour (Dominica, 2024)
The receipt of the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean underscores Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s influential role in fostering India-Mauritius relations. This honor, a significant reminder of the historical ties between the two nations, adds to a growing list of prestigious international awards conferred upon Modi throughout his tenure as Prime Minister.
Original Source: indianexpress.com
