April 12, 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Germany. This was the second leg of his three nation tour. As soon as he touched down at the Hannover airport in Germany, the PM took to twitter and wrote “Hallo Germany!”
Hallo Germany! Reached Hannover a short while ago. pic.twitter.com/1z0DlNq9yj— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 12, 2015
There were huge crowd on the streets of Hannover. People were just waiting eagerly to catch a sight of PM Modi. There was great enthusiasm among the crowd and the moment was cheerful. Shri Narendra Modi reached out and shook hands with the people waiting there.
Germany welcomes PM @narendramodi. pic.twitter.com/wuutDXJwN9— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
The first day in Germany began with holding extensive talks with German CEOs and leaders.
PM's programmes in Germany begin with a meeting with German CEOs. pic.twitter.com/1IFuf8fnLM— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
Shri Modi met the Lord Mayor of Hannover and presented him a
Madhubani Painting depicting various stages of life, association with nature and also the interconnected nature of life on Earth. It was painted by a 70-year old national award winning artist Smt. Baua Devi. This rural art form originated in Mithila region, an area in the eastern Indian state of Bihar.
Gifted a Madhubani Painting to the Lord Mayor of Hannover. https://t.co/NZrnBpyCQu pic.twitter.com/dEK9IwLbe6— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 12, 2015
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also unveiled the Statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Hannover and paid tributes to
Bapu. There he spoke about how Gandhiji has been a source of inspiration for the entire world.
Ideals of Gandhi ji inspire people across the world. Unveiled Gandhi ji's statue in Hannover. https://t.co/HD1u3ZsQgL pic.twitter.com/9wEPodD3cP— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 12, 2015
Ahead of the inauguration of the Hannover fair, the India Prime Minister was given a warm reception at the Hannover City Hall in Germany. He thanked the Lord Mayor for the warm gestures. There he conveyed the vast scope of opportunities in India. Shri Narendra Modi also got into an interaction with some of the Indian students at Hannover.
A memorable welcome at Hannover City Hall. https://t.co/JMrHNYoCK7— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 12, 2015
Later, Prime Minister Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel jointly inaugurated the Hannover Messe. It is the world’s largest Industrial fair. Prime Minister Modi expressed his joy for India being a partner country at the Hannover fair this year. He happily noted Germany’s effort for pushing the ‘Make in India’ initiative. At the event, the PM started by saying, “Lions are the symbol of a new India.” The PM outlaid his vision of where there was economic stability, jobs for people and best of the infrastructure.
Our decision to be here in the first year of my Government reflects our priority. Want to accelerate economic growth & create jobs: PM— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
We want to build world class industry and infrastructure: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
Considering Germany to be a valued partner and a leader in technological innovations, he sought the German partnership for opening up India’s seamless economic potential. Shri Modi focussed on skill development for the youth.
Germany is a valued partner and an enduring symbol of technology and innovation quality and productivity: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
Today, I come to seek German partnership in the mission to open up India's seamless economic potential: PM @narendramodi at @hannover_messe— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
We must equip our youth with the skills to meet the needs of our nation and the demands of the globalised world: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
PM Narendra Modi further added that ‘Make in India’ was neither a brand nor a slogan. He said it to be a national movement for India. He highlighted the efforts being made by the Government of India to create a stable economic environment that inspires confidence at home and abroad. He added the Government was committed to building a tax regime that was predictable, stable and competitive.
For me, @makeinindia is not a brand. Nor is it simply a slogan on a smart lion! It is a new national movement: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
We are creating a stable economic environment that inspires confidence at home and abroad: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
We are building a tax regime that is predictable, stable and competitive. We will now address the remaining uncertainties: PM— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
Shri Narendra Modi pitched high and invited the businesses to set up in India and ‘Make in India.’ He considered himself to be privileged for have got the chance to be at the Hannover Messe. He assured the business hubs that the Indian Government would carry out all necessary measures to make it easy for doing business operations in the country. Shri Modi presented India’s economic stability and the desire to grow as a force of peace and stability in the world.
You will find environment that is not only open but also welcoming: PM @narendramodi at the @hannover_messe— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
We will make it easy to do business in India: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
India will do its part- as an anchor of economic stability; an engine for growth and as a force of peace and stability in the world: PM— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
So, let me invite you to do business and make in India – for India and the world: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015
Privileged to be at inauguration of @hannover_messe! Come, @makeinindia & explore the opportunities India offers. https://t.co/dvY9fhPHu4— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 12, 2015
PM Modi did not miss the chance to congratulate the Indian hockey team for having secured Bronze in the Azlan Shah Cup. He took to twitter and extended his wishes to the Indian team. Shri Modi also extended his wishes to Sania Mirza for securing the World No. 1 title.
In the midst of meetings with German CEOs, got the news about the Bronze in Azlan Shah Cup. Congratulations to the Indian Hockey Team.— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 12, 2015
An excellent accomplishment @MirzaSania! Congrats on being World Number 1 in doubles.— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 12, 2015
