Mauritius ministers thank PM Modi for visit, talk about further strengthening ties with India. PM Modi hails deep-rooted cultural connection between India and Mauritius, which he said is evident in the warmth of the diaspora present in the Indian Ocean archipelago nation. Mauritian ministers and NRIs spoke exclusively to IANS on PM Modi’s historic visit to the country. The relationship between Mauritius and India is like a blood relationship because we must not forget — and Prime Minister Modi is right in saying — that we are family,\” said one attendee at the community programme. \”We are very grateful to India for this visit and for strengthening the ties with Mauritius,\” said Arvin Boolell, Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy, and Fisheries. \”When India asks, Mauritius never hesitates –whether at the United Nations or elsewhere. And when Mauritius seeks support, India is always the first to respond positively, helping us build our economy and further consolidate our cultural ties,\” said Mahend Gungapersad, Education and Human Resources Minister.