Warsaw/New Delhi, (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi spent the evening after his arrival in Warsaw on Wednesday in paying homage at a memorial honouring Indian and Polish troops who fought in World War II, and at the Kolhapur Memorial and The Dobry Maharaja Memorial that have close links with India.
The MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on posts on X:
“PM @narendramodi paid solemn homage at the Monument to the Battle of Monte Cassino in Warsaw.
“PM honoured the brave soldiers who fought in World War-II. Indian and Polish troops fought side by side in this historic battle. Our shared history and enduring ties continue to inspire.”
“PM @narendramodi paid tribute at the Kolhapur Memorial in Warsaw today. The monument honours the generosity of the state of Kolhapur in Maharashtra that had given shelter to Polish women and children during World War-II.
“It continues to illuminate the deep and enduring friendship & togetherness between India and Poland.”
“PM @narendramodi paid tribute at The Dobry Maharaja Memorial in Warsaw, honouring the Jamsaheb of Nawanagar Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja’s remarkable act of kindness during World War-II.
“The story of the ‘Dobry (Good) Maharaja’ is one of the most evocative chapters in the relations between India and Poland. This moving tribute to the compassion of the Maharaja continues to have a lasting impact on India-Poland ties.”
PM Modi in posts on X said:
“Humanity and compassion are vital foundations of a just and peaceful world. The Jam Saheb of Nawanagar Memorial in Warsaw highlights the humanitarian contribution of Jam Saheb Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja, who ensured shelter as well as care to Polish children left homeless due to the Second World War. Jam Saheb is fondly remembered in Poland as Dobry Maharaja.”
“Paid homage at the Kolhapur Memorial in Warsaw. This Memorial is a tribute to the great Royal Family of Kolhapur. This Royal Family was at the forefront of giving shelter to Polish women and children displaced due to the horrors of World War II. Inspired by the ideals of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the great Royal Family of Kolhapur put humanity above everything else and ensured a life of dignity for the Polish women and children. This act of compassion will keep inspiring generations.”
Earlier on his arrival, the PM was greeted lustily by members of the Indian diaspora at the airport in Warsaw.
He said on X:
“Deeply touched by the warm welcome from the Indian community in Poland! Their energy embodies the strong ties that bind our nation.”
The Prime Minister said his visit to Poland comes as the two nations mark 70 years of diplomatic relations.
“Poland is a key economic partner in Central Europe. Our mutual commitment to democracy and pluralism further reinforces our relationship.”
He said he looks forward to meeting his friend Prime Minister Donald Tusk and President Andrzej Duda to further advance the partnership. “I will also engage with the members of the vibrant Indian community in Poland.”
