Bandaru Wilsonbabu, Ambassador of India to Madagascar, went to Antsiranana, last Tuesday, March 18, to welcome the Indian military fleet, the Saksham ICGS, which threw anchor at the port of the City of Sugar Pain after being in Victoria, capital of the Seychelles.
In the afternoon at 4 p.m., the ambassador, Bandaru Wilsonbabu, and the commander of the ship, Soutrujeet Singh, visited the Governor of the Diana region, Taciano Rakotanga. Indeed, various subjects have been discussed, including cooperation in the tourism sector, education, drinking water supply in Nosy-Be, and the cultural link between the northern region and the country of Gandhi. At 7 p.m., a ceremony was organized at_bord_de the Saksham ICGS. Thus, the ambassador, the commander of the boat and the governor succeeded each other on the platform to make a speech.
“… This visit testifies to the bonds of close friendship that unite India and Madagascar. India considers Madagascar as a nearby neighbor and a booming country in the Indian Ocean region Said Bandaru Wilsonbabu. For its part Shatrujeet Singh wishes to strengthen the relationship between the military of the two countries. “” We are also impatient to share our experiences and present our expertise in combating marine pollution, maritime research and rescue, application of the maritime law and other ICG skills. I am convinced that our stay in Antsiranana will strengthen the links and understanding between the Indian and Malagasy coast guard “, He argued. The governor of the region, on the other hand, has retraced the history of cooperation between India and Madagascar. “” Indians have been present in the north for over a century ».
In addition, the high local dignitaries enjoyed Indian culinary art by looking at the show offered by sailors. A friendly atmosphere was there.
On Wednesday March 19 at 7 a.m., a yoga session was organized at the port. The activity has seen the presence of various entities and the Indian community residing in the city of Varatraza. Antonia Randrianjafy, the governor’s wife concluded, after the muscle awakening session, that yoga was good for health. “” This is not my first time. This practice is so useful. I feel good “, She attested.
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