Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said his government was committed to making the India-Bhutan relationship stronger. He also said a stronger India will be better for Bhutan too.<br />"The relationship between India and Bhutan is historic. The new government is committed to make this even stronger," Modi told members of the Bhutan Parliament on Monday.<br />"If you walk a few steps, we too feel like walking those steps and supporting you," Modi said in his address in Hindi. Modi arrived in the Himalayan country on Sunday.<br />"Our hearts are always open for friendly relations with neigbours. A change in governance will not change that," he said.<br />"Strength of a democracy is very important for that region and its people. The stronger India will be, the better it is for Bhutan and other SAARC nations. A strong and stable India is needed to make sure that we can help our neighbours with their problems," he said.<br />Modi also promised to help Bhutan in science and technology.<br />"India's satellite technology can be used for Bhutan's development. Our space technology can bring both countries closer. We have decided to form an E-library network for Bhutan," he said.<br />He also proposed a sports meet of all Himalayan states and Bhutan.<br />"I thought: can't we do a special sports meet on a regular basis for all Himalayan states and Bhutan? Sportsman's spirit brings happiness," he said.<br />Modi also praised the Bhutan's royal family for ushering in democracy.<br />"Bhutan's smooth transition from political monarchy to a successful democracy is admirable. Bhutan has worked tirelessly in establishing democratic values. The prime quality for maintaining democracy is self-reliance. Bhutan has established democracy among its people through awareness and strong democratic traditions. I congratulate Bhutan's political family for securing development and protection of traditions and environment," he said.<br />"When a country provides for teachers to educate its society, it strengthens democracy. I am delighted that in the 2014 budget, Bhutan has devoted a lot of resources towards education. They are looking at future generations," he said.<br />"The Himalayas bring us together. We must be very proud of the Himalayas. They are our strength. The Himalayas are India and Bhutan's common heritage," Modi said.<br />"India and Bhutan sharing culture and traditions will be beneficial for the youth," he said.<br />"Terrorism divides and tourism unites. Bhutan has rich potential for tourism to grow," he said. <br /><br /><br /><br />For More information on this news visit : http://www.newsx.com/<br />Connect with us on Social platform at : http://www.facebook.com/newsxonline<br />Subscribe to our YouTube Channel : http://www.youtube.com/newsxlive
