India committed to do everything to make planet peaceful, sustainable: PM Modi

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Narendra Modi, on Friday, said that India is committed to doing everything to make the planet peaceful, prosperous and sustainable. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in France for a two-day visit, attended the military parade on National Day as the Chief Guest. Taking to Twitter, PM Modi said, «India, inspired by its centuries-old ethos, is committed to doing everything possible to make our planet peaceful, prosperous and sustainable. 1.4 billion Indians will always be grateful to France for being a strong and trusted partner. May the bond deepen even further!» Earlier, French President Emmanuel Macron, tweeted, «A giant in world history, with a decisive role to play in the future, a strategic partner, a friend. We are proud to welcome India as our guest of honour at the 14 July parade». The Bastille Day Parade took place under bright and sunny skies at Champs-Elysees in Paris.

‘Sare Jahan Se Accha’ rents Paris air as Indian contingent marches at Bastille Day Parade

PM Modi took the ceremonial salute from the Indian contingent as they marched at the Champs-Elysees. French President Emmanuel Macron, First Lady Brigitte Macron, topped the dignitaries attending the Bastille Day Military Parade. The French fighter jets, which led the flypast, left a trail of smoke in the colours of the French national flag — red, blue and white, leaving the skies of Champs-Elysees bathing in its afterglow. Both the Indian and French troops marched with trumpets and drums. Macron received the Guard of Honour upon his arrival ahead of the military parade. Champs-Elysees was gilded in the colours of the French Flag.

PM Modi attends Bastille Day parade in France

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