Highlights: President Prabowo said he has Indian DNA, won millions of our hearts, says PM

"Our future is shared, and so are our challenges. We practise yoga together, we stand together during disasters like tsunamis, and we support each other in times of need. The trust between India and Indonesia is our greatest source of strength," says PM Modi in Indonesia.

"India and Indonesia are close not only at heart but are also immediate neighbours geographically. The distance between India's Great Nicobar Island and Indonesia's Aceh is approximately 150 kilometres. Just imagine, an Indonesian territory is closer to an Indian island than some of India's own states are," says PM Narendra Modi at the community event in Jakarta.

PM Modi said that his government had lifted 25 crore people out of poverty and transferred over Rs 50 lakh crore directly to beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme. Responding to a question on his agenda for West Bengal, he said his focus would be on expanding DBT benefits to every citizen.

Speaking at an Indian diaspora event in Jakarta, PM Modi says that social security benefits have risen in the last 12 years. He claims that over 100 crore people are now benefited from India's social security schemes.

"I noticed that the Bollywood song 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' is very popular here. Today, I told President Prabowo that when India and Indonesia move forward together, it goes far beyond just 'kuch kuch'; it leads to 'bahut kuch Hota Hai'," says Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Jakarta.

"Our country has grown at 7.7% despite the global uncertainty. This has been made possible due to constant reforms. Our motto is reform, perform and transform," sys PM Modi

"Several students of Indonesia are currently studying at the recently reestablished Nalanda University," says PM Modi at his community event in Jakarta.

"Football fever is sweeping the world these days. Here in Indonesia, too, the passion for football is immense, and it is evident that you have all brought that same energy and enthusiasm with you here. There is also a remarkable coincidence...Whenever I have visited Indonesia, the excitement of the FIFA World Cup has been in the air. The first event took place in Jakarta in 2018, then we met in Bali in 2022, and now, in 2026, we are interacting in Jakarta once again," says Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the community event in Jakarta.

PM Modi, while addressing the Indian diaspora in Jakarta, said that the Hindi movie, 'Kuch kuch hota hai', is popular in Indonesia.

Addressing the Indian community in Jakarta, Indonesia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, saying that he is a true friend of New Delhi.

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The joint statement also reiterated the need for reforms across global institutions, including expansion of the UN Security Council. It also reaffirmed their commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. They also agreed to coordinate closely at forums such as BRICS, G20, ASEAN and IORA to strengthen the voice of developing countries.

In their joint statement, the two countries strongly condemned terrorism in all forms and agreed to enhance cooperation against terror financing, online radicalisation, emerging technologies being misused by extremist groups and transnational organised crime. They also decided to strengthen coordination through security dialogues and multilateral platforms such as the UN and FATF.

After addressing the Indonesian Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the Indian diaspora in the country at an event in Jakarta. The interaction is expected to take place at around 5.40 pm IST.

PM Narendra Modi also pointed to cultural symbols that continue to bind the two countries, including Indonesia's national emblem, Garuda, and the vibrant festivals of Bali.

Adding a lighter touch to his speech, PM Modi compared the culinary traditions of the two countries, saying it was difficult to decide whether Indonesia's krupuk or India's papad was crunchier, but both masala and Indonesia's bumbu brought flavour to everyday life.

Drawing parallels between the two democracies, PM Modi said India is the world's largest democracy and the "Mother of Democracy", while Indonesia is the world's third-largest democracy.

He noted that both countries are home to hundreds of languages, diverse traditions and multiple cultures, adding that India is guided by the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family), while Indonesia is founded on the principle of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity in Diversity).

"We have both made our diversity the foundation of our unity," the Prime Minister said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the deep civilisational, cultural and democratic ties between India and Indonesia, saying the two countries are connected not just by geography but by centuries of shared history and heritage.

Addressing the Indonesian parliament, PM Modi said that although the capitals of the two countries are separated by thousands of kilometres, the sea between them is only about 150 kilometres wide.

He said that while oceans have often served as barriers between nations, for India and Indonesia the sea has never symbolised distance. Instead, it has always acted as a bridge connecting the two countries and remains central to their shared future.

The Prime Minister said India and Indonesia share far more than maritime boundaries. Their relationship, he said, is rooted in the common legacy of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, the ancient seat of learning at Nalanda, the traditions of Wayang dance and music, and iconic monuments such as Borobudur and Prambanan.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India remains a strong advocate of a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific and reiterated New Delhi's commitment to upholding freedom of navigation in the region.

He also called for long-pending reforms of the United Nations Security Council, saying the process could no longer be delayed.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India follows the path of development rather than expansionism and believes in the principle of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" — development with the participation and progress of all.

Addressing the people of Indonesia, Modi said that although the capitals of the two countries are thousands of kilometres apart, the sea separates them by only around 150 kilometres.

He said that while oceans have often acted as barriers between nations, for India and Indonesia, the sea has never represented distance. Instead, it has served as a bridge connecting the two countries and remains central to their shared future.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the goodwill and trust shared between India and Indonesia must be transformed into new opportunities for the people of both countries.

He said that when India and Indonesia stand together, they reinforce the world's belief that democracy creates opportunities, builds trust and shapes the future.

Highlighting the maritime ties between the two nations, Modi said the sea has never been a barrier between India and Indonesia but has always served as a bridge connecting the two countries and remains central to their shared future.

"India is a nation that follows the path of development, not expansionism," says PM Narendra Modi.

"It is a matter of great honour for me to be among you. As a representative of 1.4 billion Indians and as a fortunate citizen of the Mother of Democracy, I extend my greetings and best wishes to all of you on behalf of every Indian," adds the PM.