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Economic Times
07-08-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
India hands over first batch of 10 electric buses to Mauritius
Synopsis India strengthens its green partnership with Mauritius by donating the first batch of ten electric buses to support the island nation's transition to cleaner public transport. This handover, part of an Enhanced Strategic Partnership, highlights India's commitment to Mauritius's sustainable development goals and shared vision for a climate-resilient future. The initiative underscores the enduring relationship between the two countries. In a major step forward in strengthening 'green partnership' between India and Mauritius and as part of our shared vision for a more sustainable and climate-resilient future, the High Commissioner of India to Mauritius, Anurag Srivastava officially handed over the first batch of tenelectric buses (E-buses) to the Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Wednesday. This event marks a significant milestone in our bilateral partnership and reaffirms the deep-rooted and people-centric partnership between the two countries. This project supports Mauritius's national objective of reducing carbon emissions and contributes to its transition toward cleaner and more efficient public transport. In his remarks, High Commissioner recalled the elevation of bilateral ties to an Enhanced Strategic Partnershipduring the historic visit of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in March 2025, and highlighted green mobility as a key pillar of this partnership. The High Commissioner also underlined India's broader support for Mauritius's green transition, highlighting completed project such an 8 MW solar PV farm at Henrietta, and ongoing Community Projects such as solar street lighting, and a community solar farm in High Commissioner conveyed sincere gratitude to Prime Minister Ramgoolam for his continued support and expressed appreciation for the support of the Government of Mauritius in implementing the project. Reaffirming India's commitment to Mauritius's development aspirations, he thanked all stakeholders for their collaboration and expressed hope that the electric buses would serve as moving symbols of the two nations' shared commitment to a cleaner, greener in his remarks recalled the historic State Visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Mauritius in March 2025 and expressed deep appreciation for Government of India's donation of the first batch of 10 electric buses to the National Transport Corporation (NTC), calling it a testimony to the enduring and special India–Mauritius relationship. He highlighted India's consistent development support, especially in high-profile infrastructure projects, and described the E-bus initiative as a reflection of the shared commitment to sustainability and innovation. The Prime Minister underscored the significance of clean public transport in Mauritius's broader development agenda, noting its environmental and health benefits, potential to reduce emissions, and alignment with the government's strategy to modernise the country and achieve climate targets. He welcomed India's role as a strategic partner in key future-oriented sectors such as AI, the blue economy, food and maritime security, and renewable energy. Emphasising the economic and technological benefits of electric mobility, he thanked all stakeholders involved and formally accepted the first 10 E-buses on behalf of the people of Mauritius. The event was graced by the Rajesh Anand Bhagwan, Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change; the Hon Govindranath Gunness, Minister of National Infrastructure; the Hon Dhananjay Ramful, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade; the Hon Mahomed Osman Cassam Mahomed, Minister of Land Transport; Dr the Hon Kaviraj Sharma Sukon, Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research; the Hon Lutchmanah Pentiah, Minister of Public Service and Administrative Reforms; along with Junior Ministers and other senior dignitaries.
Time of India
07-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India hands over first batch of 10 electric buses to Mauritius
In a major step forward in strengthening 'green partnership' between India and Mauritius and as part of our shared vision for a more sustainable and climate-resilient future, the High Commissioner of India to Mauritius, Anurag Srivastava officially handed over the first batch of tenelectric buses (E-buses) to the Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Wednesday. This event marks a significant milestone in our bilateral partnership and reaffirms the deep-rooted and people-centric partnership between the two countries. This project supports Mauritius's national objective of reducing carbon emissions and contributes to its transition toward cleaner and more efficient public transport. In his remarks, High Commissioner recalled the elevation of bilateral ties to an Enhanced Strategic Partnershipduring the historic visit of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in March 2025, and highlighted green mobility as a key pillar of this partnership. The High Commissioner also underlined India's broader support for Mauritius's green transition, highlighting completed project such an 8 MW solar PV farm at Henrietta, and ongoing Community Projects such as solar street lighting, and a community solar farm in Rodrigues. The High Commissioner conveyed sincere gratitude to Prime Minister Ramgoolam for his continued support and expressed appreciation for the support of the Government of Mauritius in implementing the project. Reaffirming India's commitment to Mauritius's development aspirations, he thanked all stakeholders for their collaboration and expressed hope that the electric buses would serve as moving symbols of the two nations' shared commitment to a cleaner, greener future. Ramgoolam in his remarks recalled the historic State Visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Mauritius in March 2025 and expressed deep appreciation for Government of India's donation of the first batch of 10 electric buses to the National Transport Corporation (NTC), calling it a testimony to the enduring and special India–Mauritius relationship. He highlighted India's consistent development support, especially in high-profile infrastructure projects, and described the E-bus initiative as a reflection of the shared commitment to sustainability and innovation. The Prime Minister underscored the significance of clean public transport in Mauritius's broader development agenda, noting its environmental and health benefits, potential to reduce emissions, and alignment with the government's strategy to modernise the country and achieve climate targets. He welcomed India's role as a strategic partner in key future-oriented sectors such as AI, the blue economy, food and maritime security, and renewable energy. Emphasising the economic and technological benefits of electric mobility, he thanked all stakeholders involved and formally accepted the first 10 E-buses on behalf of the people of Mauritius. The event was graced by the Rajesh Anand Bhagwan, Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change; the Hon Govindranath Gunness, Minister of National Infrastructure; the Hon Dhananjay Ramful, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade; the Hon Mahomed Osman Cassam Mahomed, Minister of Land Transport; Dr the Hon Kaviraj Sharma Sukon, Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research; the Hon Lutchmanah Pentiah, Minister of Public Service and Administrative Reforms; along with Junior Ministers and other senior dignitaries.
Times of Oman
12-03-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
India-Mauritius ties have "no boundaries," will keep working for our people: PM Modi
Port Louis: Lauding ties between India and Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the relationship between the two countries has no boundaries, and they will work together for the people of the two nations, as well as the peace and security of the region. In his remarks at a banquet dinner hosted by Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam, PM Modi stated, "If there is one country in the world which has full rights over India, that is Mauritius. There are no boundaries to our relations. There is no limit to our hopes and aspirations regarding our relations. In the future, we will keep working together for our people and peace and security of the region." PM Modi recalled proposing the SAGAR vision during his last visit to Mauritius. He called Mauritius India's "close maritime neighbour" and "important partner" in the Indian Ocean region. "Mauritius is our close maritime neighbour, and it's an important partner in the Indian Ocean. During my last visit to Mauritius, I proposed vision SAGAR. Regional development, security and prosperity are central to it. I believe that the countries of the Global South need to raise voices together. During our presidency of the G20, we placed the priority of the Global South at the centre and invited Mauritius as our special guest," he said. Expressing gratitude to the Mauritius government for the grand welcome, PM Modi said it's not just a political visit but an opportunity to meet one's family. "I express my heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister, the Government of Mauritius and the people of Mauritius for the grand welcome and hospitality I received in Mauritius. A visit to Mauritius is always very special for any Indian Prime Minister. It is not just a political visit but an opportunity to meet one's is a matter of good fortune for me that, once again, I am participating as the chief guest on the occasion of Mauritius' National Day. On this occasion, I extend my heartfelt best wishes to all of you on behalf of 140 crore Indians," he said. Prime Minister Modi further stated that partnership between India and Mauritius is not just limited to historical ties but based on shared values, trust and a vision for a bright future. He lauded Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam's efforts for leading ties between two nations. "The partnership between India and Mauritius is not just limited to historical ties but is also based on shared values, trust and a vision for bright future. You (Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam) have always led our relations and based on this leadership, our partnership is reaching new heights in all areas," he said. Calling India a "trust and reliable partner" of Mauritius, PM Modi stated, "India takes immense pride in being a trusted and reliable partner of Mauritius, playing an integral role in its developmental journey." "Together, we are collaborating on significant infrastructure projects which are leaving a mark on development in Mauritius. Collaboration between India and Mauritius in skill development and human resource development is visible in government and private sectors. We have always stood by each other like a family in challenging times, whether it is a natural disaster or COVID-19," he added. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Mauritius to attend the Mauritius National Day celebrations as the Chief Guest. On Tuesday, Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam announced the highest award, 'The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean', for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
