PM Modi watches Thai Ramayan, Garba performance in Bangkok

BANGKOK: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday witnessed 'Ramakien', the Thai version of the Ramayan, after arriving in Bangkok, symbolising the deep cultural ties between India and Thailand.

He arrived in the Southeast Asian country to a grand reception by the Indian diaspora, who greeted him with enthusiastic chants of "Modi Modi" and "Vande Mataram."

Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand Suriya Jungrungreangkit, along with several top officials, welcomed PM Modi at the airport.

Upon reaching his hotel, he was greeted with a traditional Garba performance, a folk dance from his home state of Gujarat. Members of the Indian diaspora, dressed in traditional attire, gathered in large numbers to welcome him. People from the Sikh, Garhwali, and Gujarati communities were prominently present.

PM Modi is in Thailand to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit, where he will engage with regional leaders on April 4 to discuss key areas of cooperation.

He is also set to hold bilateral talks with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to strengthen the historical and strategic ties between India and Thailand.

Following his arrival, PM Modi posted on X, "Landed in Bangkok, Thailand. Looking forward to participating in the upcoming official engagements and strengthening the bonds of cooperation between India and Thailand." (IANS)

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