New Delhi, Jan. 26 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, Republic Day, hailed European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa's visit to India, and asserted that "their presence underscores the growing strength of the India-European Union partnership and our commitment to shared values."

"India is privileged to host European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen during our Republic Day celebrations. Their presence underscores the growing strength of the India-European Union partnership and our commitment to shared values. The visit will add momentum to the deepening engagement and cooperation between India and Europe across div...