Port Louis, March 12 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi alongwith Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Wednesday jointly inaugurated the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation.

PM Modi said that the institute will serve as the hub for learning and research.

In a post on X, he said, "PM Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam and I jointly inaugurated the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation. It will serve as a hub for learning, research and public service, fostering new ideas and leadership for the future. It also strengthens our shared commitment to progress and development."

Earlier in the day, PM Modi received the Highest National Award of Mauritius.

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