During his visit to Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored with the nation's highest award, dedicating it to the Indian ancestors of Mauritius and all generations. Modi emphasized his commitment to strengthening the India-Mauritius partnership and jointly inaugurated the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation.
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