New Delhi, August 31: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju visited the Yugoslavia Museum and the House of Flowers, the resting place of former Yugoslav President Josip Broz Tito, in Belgrade, Serbia. He is in Serbia to lead the Indian delegation at the high-level commemorative meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).
Rijiju shared insights about his visit on the social media platform ‘X’, stating that these historical sites provided him with an opportunity to understand Yugoslavia’s political history, cultural heritage, and Tito’s life and contributions.
He wrote, “Visited the Yugoslavia Museum and the House of Flowers in Belgrade, Serbia. This significant historical site offers a deep insight into Yugoslavia’s political history, cultural heritage, and the life and legacy of Josip Broz Tito.”
The central minister described the visit as a meaningful experience, allowing him to reflect on the history that has played a crucial role in shaping the entire region.
Rijiju is leading the Indian delegation at the high-level commemorative meeting, which marks the 65th anniversary of the first NAM summit held in Belgrade. The meeting is taking place from August 31 to September 1 under the theme “Non-Aligned Movement: Lessons for Today’s World.”
Earlier on Sunday, Rijiju paid tribute at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Belgrade. He also met with members of the Indian community residing in Serbia, appreciating their contributions to strengthening India-Serbia relations.
In another post on ‘X’, he stated, “Paid tribute at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Belgrade before the NAM meeting. Met with members of the Indian community and appreciated their contributions to strengthening India-Serbia relations.”
This commemorative meeting is particularly significant as it marks the 65th anniversary of the first NAM conference held in Belgrade in 1961.
India has been a founding member of the Non-Aligned Movement and has consistently reaffirmed its commitment to the principles and values of this movement.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the Non-Aligned Movement includes 121 developing countries and remains an important global platform of historical significance. The ministry emphasized India’s full commitment to the principles and values of NAM.
Rijiju’s visit to historical sites related to Tito and Yugoslavia holds special importance in the context of this anniversary meeting. It also reflects the deep connection between Belgrade and the history of the Non-Aligned Movement, which has established its identity as a significant group of developing countries in the world.
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