Prime Minister Narendra Modi says India–France relations have reached “new heights” as he inaugurates a Swaminarayan-related temple in Paris. Multiple outlets report that the inauguration is linked to the opening of the temple space and reflects a formal public moment for the Indian and French governments.
The reports describe Modi’s remarks at a Paris religious site associated with the Swaminarayan community. India Today and NDTV frame the event as an inauguration in Paris, while Times of India specifies that Modi virtually inaugurates the BAPS temple in Paris. Outlets emphasize the diplomatic tone of Modi’s statement about bilateral ties, though they focus primarily on the ceremonial aspects rather than providing detailed policy or financial outcomes from the visit.
Overall, the coverage converges on the same core point: Modi highlights improved India–France relations during the Paris temple opening, with differences mainly in how the inauguration method is described (in-person versus virtual).
