PM Modi calls Ethiopian singers' 'Vande Mataram' rendition 'deeply moving'
During his first visit to Ethiopia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described as "deeply moving" a rendition by a group of Ethiopian singers performing "Vande Mataram" at a banquet hosted by Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali.
Calling it "deeply moving" on X, Modi noted the special timing—it happened as India celebrated 150 years of the iconic song.
Quick context: A night of cultural exchange
The performance was a highlight of the banquet. Separately, at the hotel, Ethiopian artists also sang Hindi songs to welcome Prime Minister Modi.
Modi's visit to Ethiopia is one stop on his four-day tour across Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman, focused on building stronger ties with these countries.
Why it matters
This trip marks Modi's first time in Ethiopia and included talks with PM Abiy to boost cooperation.
The heartfelt musical moments highlight growing connections between India and Ethiopia—not just government-to-government, but people-to-people too.