India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

Your Excellency Prime Minister and my friend Mr. Netanyahu, Mrs. Netanyahu, Distinguished delegates of both countries, Friends from media,

Namaskar!

"Shalom!"

I once again express my heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Netanyahu for the warm reception extended to me and the Indian delegation.

Nine years ago, I had the privilege of becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Israel. Once again, it is a proud and deeply emotional moment for me to set foot on the historic land of Israel.

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to address the Parliament of Israel as well. On that occasion, I was honoured with the Speaker of the Knesset Medal. I express my sincere gratitude t...