Bangkok, April 3 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed gratitude to the Indian diaspora in Thailand for their "warm welcome" and described watching Ramakien, the Thai adaptation of the Ramayana, as an "enriching experience." Soon after his arrival in Bangkok for the BIMSTEC Summit, PM Modi witnessed a performance of Ramakien, a cultural spectacle that reflects the deep historical and civilisational ties between India and Thailand.

Upon reaching his hotel, he was greeted with a vibrant Garba performance, a folk dance from his home state of Gujarat. Large crowds of the Indian diaspora, dressed in traditional attire, gathered to welcome him, including members from the Sikh, Garhwali, and Gujarati communities. Taking to X, PM...