Madhu Sudan

Thank you Mr. Fumio Kishida for your good wishes. Heartiest congratulations on assuming charge as Chairman of the Japan-India Association. I am confident that under your leadership, the Association will further strengthen the bonds between our two countries. @kishida230

12 years ago, Shri @narendramodi took oath as Prime Minister of India. In the last #12YearsOfSewa, the Ministry of External Affairs and the foreign policy of Bharat have undergone a transformation. ✅ Made passport-issuance and attestation of documents a seamless experience for the common citizen. ✅ Provided fullest support to Indians abroad through open Embassies and expanded use of Indian Community Welfare Fund. ✅ Created digital platforms for grievance redressal and feedback. ✅ Effectively responded to crisis situations including through evacuations. Ukraine, Israel, Afghanistan and Sudan are some examples. ✅ Facilitated Indians accessing global workplace, becoming part of global workforce. 21 mobility partnerships to date. ✅ Supported Indian businesses getting market access abroad and enhancing exports. ✅ Enabled entry of Indian products and services into new markets through development projects. ✅ Instituted welfare measures for Indian students abroad. ✅ Promoted Indian culture and enhanced appreciation of our heritage and traditions in other nations. ✅ Opened 44 Embassies and Consulates to address the needs of Indians living and going abroad. Indian diplomacy works 24/7 for the nation. Indians travel abroad today with greater confidence and a stronger sense of pride.