PM Narendra Modi departs for Tashkent on official visit to Uzbekistan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi boarded an official aircraft in New Delhi this morning, heading for Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, on a scheduled state visit. The departure was accompanied by senior officials from the Ministry of External Affairs and the Prime Minister's Office, underscoring the diplomatic significance of the trip.
The journey forms part of India's broader outreach to Central Asian nations, aimed at deepening political and economic ties. While specific agendas have not been disclosed, such visits typically focus on trade, connectivity, and regional security cooperation.
During his stay, Modi is expected to meet his Uzbek counterpart and senior government leaders to discuss avenues for collaboration. The two countries have previously explored joint projects in energy, transport corridors and cultural exchange, and this visit is likely to build on those foundations.
Analysts view the trip as a signal of India's intent to strengthen its presence in the region, especially as Central Asia gains strategic importance in global trade routes and security dynamics.