#ModiinLondon: PM Modi participates in Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting

London, April 19: With leaders of 53 member-countries’ participation including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting -CHOGM began in London today.

Queen of the United Kingdom Elizabeth -II formally threw open the crucial meeting and said the Commonwealth’s generosity of spirit can bring its gentle touch of healing and hope to all people at global scale.

She stressed the need for reinvigorating the association of Commonwealth and its activities to secure prosperous and more sustainable world especially when young generation is increasingly connecting through innovation.

She wished that Commonwealth should continue to work for stability and continuity for future generations. The Queen while hinting that this will be her last CHOGM Summit, said Prince of Wales will carry the important work of commonwealth which her father started way back in 1949.

UK Prime Minister Theresa May accorded a formal welcome to the leaders of all member countries before commencing the crucial executive roundtable session.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi will hold bilateral meetings with a few leaders on the sidelines of the summit.

Modi held talks with his British counterpart Theresa May, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles on Wednesday. India and UK signed 10 agreements in several areas, including cyber-relationship, Ganga rejuvenation and skill development.

The Prime Minister also took part in 'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath', a unique programme in which he answered questions concerning India.