PM Narendra Modi in Netherlands: As it happened

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Netherlands on Tuesday on a day-long visit.

Pic courtesy: @PMOIndia

Amsterdam: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the Netherlands was a natural partner in India's economic development and thanked the key European nation for backing India's Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) membership.

Focusing on trade, technology and investment, he interacted with CEOs of major Dutch companies after holding bilateral talks with his Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte.

The two countries signed three MoUs in the fields of social security, water cooperation and cultural cooperation.

27 June 2017

23:36 IST

PM Modi emplanes for Delhi after concluding last leg of his three nation visit.

After a series of programmes in three nations- Portugal, USA and the Netherlands, PM @narendramodi emplanes for Delhi. pic.twitter.com/03VvQefFMz

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 27, 2017

23:35 IST

I thank the people & Government of the Netherlands for the phenomenal hospitality during my visit. This visit was memorable & fruitful.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 27, 2017

23:35 IST

PM Modi tweets:

Unforgettable community reception at The Hague. It was a delight to be among the diaspora. Sharing my speech. https://t.co/dTLiFjRGRp pic.twitter.com/M0YF3UI1JA

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 27, 2017

22:44 IST

PM Modi signs off.

22:43 IST

Thankyou for coming in such a big number at such a short notice to this event, says PM Modi.

Crowds chant 'Modi Modi'.

22:42 IST

Download Narendra Modi App and I will always be in your pocket, says PM to a cheering crowd.

22:41 IST

We are working toward giving five years business and tourist visa to those who hold Dutch passport, says PM.

22:40 IST

I was surprised to know that even after presence of large Indian diaspora here, only 10% percent people have OCI card, says PM Modi.

22:39 IST

PM Modi urges Indian diaspora to get an OCI card, says it's their link to motherland.

22:38 IST

Coming of optical fibre network in the villages will give our villages the same facilities that are associated with cities only, says PM.

22:31 IST

Our aim is to produce 175 GW energy through renewable methods, says PM

When I became PM, I was shocked to hear that there were 18,000 villages where electricity had not yet reached. Officers told me it will take us seven years to electrify them. I told them to hurry up and finally I announced from Red Fort that electrification would be done soon. And we have done major work in that area, he adds.

22:30 IST

The India of the 21st century cannot stay behind when it comes to technology and infrastructure. Everything must be world class, says PM. 

22:28 IST

Time does not wait for anyone. We have to increase our speed and make our country modern, says PM.

We have to move ahead, at the same time we have to make India modern, he reiterates.

22:25 IST

PM Modi hails achievements of ISRO, including women scientists.

Whether its science, education, medical, para-medical, sports, women are in the forefront. In Olympic all medals were won by our daughters. They shone in para-Olympics too, says PM.

22:22 IST

When former US President Barack Obama came to India, guard of honour was given by women. It was led by a woman. This has surprised him. Women today are contributing majorly in our security sector, says PM.

22:21 IST

India gives 26 weeks maternity leave to women, six months. We are thinking of the future. The women are taking care of those children who are future of India. This will strengthen the country. This is investment, says PM Modi. 

22:18 IST

Mudra Yojana has turned our youth into job creators. Also, 70% of those taking advantage of Mudra Yojana are women, says PM.

22:17 IST

The role of women in the agriculture sector, cooperatives is very important. India's Nari Shakti is contributing to India's progress, says PM.

22:16 IST

Our government has taken upon ourselves to empower women and is focussing on women-led development, says PM.

22:16 IST

PM says that India is about cooperative federalism.

Centre and states working together for the development of India, this is our effort, he adds.

22:13 IST

Alone development or good governance cannot fulfill aspirations, a combination of both is required, says PM Modi.

22:12 IST

Development and good governance is both imperative. Then only the comman man is satisfied, says PM Modi.

22:11 IST

Since taking office, our priority is Jan Bhagidari. We seek strength from people to bring a transformative change, says PM.

22:10 IST

People vote for the government but the government works with participation of the people, says PM Modi.

22:09 IST

Government does not need to do everything. People's participation can achieve a lot, says PM.

22:08 IST

Every Indian takes pride in the fact that India is a land of diversity, says PM.

22:06 IST

Love for our motherland binds us together, says PM in his address to Indian diaspora.

22:05 IST

The colours of our passport may be anything, but our ties are that of blood and our ties are very special, says PM.

22:02 IST

Second largest Indian diaspora in Europe is in Netherlands. Recognise this strength. One should connect with other Indian community across the world. It's so easy to do so through technology. Yo all are 'rashtradoot', says PM.

22:01 IST

The mayor of The Hague joins the community programme.

22:00 IST

The Prime Minister is addressing a community programme in the Netherlands.

21:05 IST

PM Modi meets Queen Máxima and King Willem-Alexander at Villa Eikenhorst.

A Royal welcome. PM @narendramodi is welcomed by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander & Queen Máxima at Eikenhorst,the King’s private residence pic.twitter.com/HGGDoiovgW

— Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) June 27, 2017

21:02 IST

PM Modi tweets:

Interacted with Dutch CEOs. Invited them to invest in India and spoke about reform initiatives of Government of India over the last 3 years. pic.twitter.com/AzVXfQOsmh

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 27, 2017

21:02 IST

Focussing on trade, technology and investment. PM @narendramodi and @MinPres interacted with top Dutch CEOs pic.twitter.com/K1wqbf4mhF

— Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) June 27, 2017

21:02 IST

PM Modi says, pension funds especially welcome to India.

21:01 IST

Water is a prime sector for cooperation, says PM.

20:58 IST

Government's reforms seek to enhance ease of doing business and bring standards at par with global standards, says PM Modi.

20:58 IST

PM @narendramodi at joint interaction with Dutch CEOs: India a land of opportunities: 1.25 bn, 7%+ growth rate, 800mn people < 35 yrs pic.twitter.com/aYog5Yirwl

— Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) June 27, 2017

20:58 IST

#IndiaNetherlands sign MOU on Cultural Cooperation, MOU on Water Cooperation and Agreement on Amending Social Security Arrangement pic.twitter.com/iNSHVYWqet

— Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) June 27, 2017

17:38 IST

India and Netherlands exchange MoUs. PM Modi and Dutch PM also present.

17:37 IST

Netherlands is a natural partner in the economic development of India. Our trade and economic ties are increasing: PM Modi.

17:37 IST

It is with the help of Netherlands that India successfully got membership of Missile Technology Control Regime last year, thank you: PM Modi.

17:37 IST

This visit was decided at a very short notice, would like to laud your leadership for the way it is organised: PM Modi to Dutch PM.

17:35 IST

Bonds between Indian and Netherlands goes back to 1947 and these relations have become stronger over the years: Dutch PM.

He commended India for its commitment to renewal energy and to the Paris climate agreement. Rutte praised PM Modi for announcing major sustainable initiatives like 'Clean India' and 'Make in India'.

17:33 IST

India is now a global economic power. It is world's second biggest economy and Indian market has a lot of potential. We have a plenty to offer to India: Dutch PM Mark Rutte.

17:30 IST

PM was given a warm welcome by the Indian community.

Earlier today, PM @narendramodi landed to a warm welcome in the Netherlands. pic.twitter.com/oi00GHVagb

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 27, 2017

17:30 IST

Revitalising a historical relationship. PM @narendramodi and PM Mark Rutte speak during a tete-a-tete. pic.twitter.com/CiIvXNRbwA

— Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) June 27, 2017

17:30 IST

Official engagements in the Netherlands begin with press statements by a lotus pond. @MinPres extended warm greetings to PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/X1Ybj30lbO

— Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) June 27, 2017

17:27 IST

At Schiphol Airport PM Modi was received by Dutch Finance Minister Bert Koenders.

17:26 IST

In the US, PM Modi had held talks with President Donald Trump during which the two leaders vowed to strengthen co- operation on terror.

"Wrapping up a historic visit, setting a new milestone in India-US relationship. PM departs for Netherlands, last leg of his three nation tour," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Gopal Baglay had tweeted.

Wrapping up a historic visit, setting a new milestone in #IndiaUS relationp. PM departs for Netherlands, last leg of his three nation tour pic.twitter.com/AhskCPiKhQ

— Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) June 27, 2017

17:23 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Netherlands as part of his three-nation tour that also took him to Portugal and the US.

17:22 IST

On landing in Amsterdam, PM Modi tweeted: "This is a visit of immense importance, which will lead to cementing ties with a valued friend."

Landed in the Netherlands. This is a visit of immense importance, which will lead to cementing ties with a valued friend.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 27, 2017

17:21 IST

PM Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Netherlands on Tuesday on a day-long visit.