Muscat, Dec. 18 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday praised the Indian community in Oman, calling the Indian diaspora a "living example of co-existence and co-operation," as he addressed members of the community and students in Muscat.

PM Modi began his address amid chants of "Bharat Mata ki jai," "Vande Mataram," and "Modi, Modi," reflecting the strong emotional connection between the Indian community abroad and their homeland.

Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said, "Indian diaspora has become a living example of co-existence and co-operation."

Describing the bond between India and its people abroad, the Prime Minister said, "Today, we have all gathered here as a family. We are celebrating our country, our team India."

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