Embassy of India
Cairo
PRESS RELEASE
Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi has extended warm greetings to President of Egypt, H.E. Mr. Abdel Fattah El Sisi and friendly people of Egypt on the occasion of the holy festival of ‘Eid Al Adha’.
- In a personal message to President Sisi, PM Modi pointed out that this festival is also celebrated by over 200 million Indians of Islamic faith. He defined ‘Eid Al Adha’ as a festival spreading a message of love, piety, sacrifice and forgiveness and that these are the universal human values of overriding relevance in today’s world.
- PM Modi highlighted the close contacts between India and Egypt from ancient times. He stated that the similar views of India and Egypt on many global issues and close cooperation in bilateral and multilateral forums have nurtured the relations. PM Modi expressed India’s commitment to building a new partnership on this foundation. He expressed confidence that bilateral cooperation between India and Egypt will expand rapidly for the mutual benefit of people of both the countries.
- In his message, PM Modi conveyed his best wishes for the good health of President Sisi and prosperity of the friendly people of Egypt.
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