PM Narendra Modi in Germany: As it happened on Sunday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has landed German city of Hannover commencing the second leg of his three-nation tour.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has landed in German city of Hannover commencing the second leg of his three-nation tour.

Business and technology will be the focus of his engagements aimed at attracting participation in the 'Make in India' campaign.

Here are the LIVE updates:

• PM ends speech to a rousing applause.

So, let me invite you to do business and make in India – for India and the world: PM @narendramodi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

• This is time of political instability and economic challenges, and threat of violence that are coming close to our homes: PM Modi

India will do its part- as an anchor of economic stability; an engine for growth and as a force of peace and stability in the world: PM

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

• Let me invite you to be a partner in Make In India: PM Modi
• It is not just about financial flows,new technology, it's also about learning from each other about seeing possibilities in new ways: PM Modi
• You will find environment that is not only open but also welcoming. We will make it easy for you to do business in India: PM Modi
• We speak of cooperative federalism, but also competitive federalism where states would excel by competing with each other: PM Modi 
• Our task is huge, it would not be completed overnight, but I am confident that it will: PM Modi
• We will guide you and walk with you in your projects: PM Modi

We have resumed long stalled projects and allocation of resources. This is adding new momentum to our economy: PM @narendramodi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

• We are instituting a rational framework for land acquisition without causing distress to farmers & other land owners: PM Modi

• Good governance is important for not just our citizens but our business: PM Modi 

• We are using digital technology to accumulate multiple approvals and endless waits: PM Modi

• We seek to fuel our growth with the cleanest and most efficient use of energy: PM Modi

• We are removing unnecessary regulations and simplifying our procedures: PM Modi 

The Goods and Services Tax is a long needed revolution that is becoming a reality: PM @narendramodi at @hannover_messe — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

We are building a tax regime that is predictable, stable and competitive. We will now address the remaining uncertainties: PM — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

• We are removing unnecessary regulations and simplifying our procedures: PM Modi 
• Railway is the thread that binds India, it will now be a fast track for India's transformation: PM Modi 
• We have taken sweeping steps to reform our policies and open up more to foreign direct investments: PM Modi
• We are creating a stable economic environment that inspires confidence at home and abroad: PM Modi
• We have moved with speed and boldness to fulfill our pledge, we are creating a stable economic environment: PM Modi

We must equip our youth with the skills to meet the needs of our nation and the demands of the globalised world: PM @narendramodi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

For me, @makeinindia is not a brand. Nor is it simply a slogan on a smart lion! It is a new national movement: PM @narendramodi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

• India is open and ready to embrace the whole world: PM Modi 
• We will pursue our goals on strengths of our skills and enterprise,we will be more successful if we do this in partnership with world: PM Modi
• Today I come to seek German partnership in my own mission to open up India’s seamless potential: PM Modi 

Germany is a valued partner and an enduring symbol of technology and innovation quality and productivity: PM @narendramodi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

• We want to build world class industry and infrastructure: PM Modi  

• Your choice of India as a partner country reflects the new confidence in India: PM Modi

• This is message of 14 states,120 CEOs and 350 companies from India participating in this fair: PM Modi

• It is a special honour to do so in the company of Chancellor Angela Merkel, a great leader and a friend of India: PM Modi

• Indians and Germans have formed a relationship of mutual fascination: PM Modi

• It is truly a great privilege for me to be here at inauguration of World's largest industrial fair: PM Modi  

• Indian artists currently performing at the event.

• PM Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel to address the event.

Watch: PM @narendramodi at the @hannover_messe. https://t.co/5ASMS8OEFt — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 12, 2015

• PM Modi is received by German Chancellor Angela Merkel at Hannover Messe industrial fair.
• PM Narendra Modi presents a Madhubani painting, on canvas by a 70-year-old national award winning artist Baua Devi, depicting various stages of life to Mayor of Hanover.

• Modi unveils bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Hannover.
• Mahatma Gandhi was born in India in the last century, but he is a role model who belongs to the world, Modi says.
• Modi says Mahatma Gandhi continues to be an inspiration to the human kind.
• PM begins his speech at unveiling of Bust of Mahatma Gandhi.
• The prime minister interacts with Indian students at City Hall in Hannover.
• Germany is a very important partner of India. Many German companies are based out of India, Modi says in Hannover.
• Indian youth is making a mark in the world, in information technology sector, says Modi.
• Modern India is walking towards development with its cultural heritage, says PM.
• Modi says India is a country of immense possibilities.
• PM Narendra Modi signs the golden book.
• Modi arrives at City Hall, Hannover; signing of golden book to take place, shortly.
• The PM will jointly inaugurate Hannover Messe with Chancellor Angela Merkel.
• Modi meets CEOs of several groups, including Bombardier Transportation, Metro.
• PM Modi attends the round table meeting with German CEOs in Hannover
• Modi will open India Pavilion at Hannover Fair.
• The Prime Minister is scheduled to meet CEOs and German investors at 5.30 pm IST.
• Modi arrives at the Maritim Grand Hotel in Hannover, greeted by Indian expatriates.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Hannover Langenhagen Airport in Germany