Narendra visited the memorial on Tuesday before travelling to Bugesera District, Eastern Province where he donated 200 cows to families living in Rweru Model Village.
The Indian leader toured different parts of the memorial to thoroughly understand the history of the genocide in Rwanda. He also laid a wreath on the mass graves in honouring over 250,000 victims laid to rest in the memorial.
On his twitter handle, Narendra commended the path of peace that Rwandans embarked on after the genocide.
“Visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial. The path of peace and brotherhood embraced by Rwanda after the unfortunate genocide of 1994 is commendable,” Narendra said.
Starting his visit yesterday, Narendra held discussions with President Paul Kagame in Village Urugwiro and witnessed the signing of seven agreements between Rwanda and India.
He also met Indian community in Rwanda where he hailed their contribution to Rwanda-India relations.
“Wonderful interaction with the Indian diaspora in Rwanda. In every part of the world, the Indian diaspora is distinguishing itself and making us proud of their accomplishments. Rwanda’s Indian community is a very positive influence on the India-Rwanda friendship,” Narendra said on twitter.
Narendra visit is considered as historical visit as is the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Rwanda.
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