Pune, Aug. 31 -- BJP MP Medha Kulkarni on Monday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's global outreach, saying his foreign visits have strengthened India's position and helped the country gain respect on the world stage.

Reacting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi receiving Uzbekistan's highest state award, Kulkarni said, "It is evident that whenever PM Modi visits foreign countries, he champions India's cause, leading to significant initiatives that benefit the nation; India is emerging as a 'Vishwa Guru' on the world stage, commanding deep faith and respect."

Prime Minister Modi had on Sunday received Uzbekistan's highest state honour from President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during his two-day state visit to the country.

He thanked his "broth...