New Delhi: Prime Minister-elect Narendra Modi and the Union Council of Ministers are set to take oath at 7:15 pm on Sunday. Leaders and State heads of neighbouring countries and Indian Ocean region have been invited for PM Modi’s swearing-in ceremony as distinguished guests.
Several state heads have already arrived in Delhi for the ceremony. Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe arrived in New Delhi on Sunday to attend the swearing-in ceremony of PM Modi. Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay has also arrived to attend the ceremony.
Additionally, Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth; President of Maldives, Mohamed Muizzu; Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina; and Vice President of the Republic of Seychelles, Ahmed Afif; and Prime Minister of Nepal, Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, have also arrived in Delhi for the swearing-in ceremony.
Nearly 50 religious leaders representing various faiths, as well as prominent figures from diverse fields such as law, medicine, art, and social influence, including recipients of Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri awards, will be among the distinguished guests.
Renowned actor Rajinikanth is set to grace the ceremony with his presence, adding a touch of star power to the event. According to sources, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge may also attend the swearing-in ceremony.
