In a demonstration of dignity and friendship, Saudi Arabia honored Prime Minister Narendra Modi with an extravagant gesture when his plane crossed the kingdom’s skies on the way to Jeddah. Saudi fighter planes escorted the Prime Minister’s aircraft in a ceremonial salute, demonstrating the deepening rapport between the two countries.
The government’s official announcement and photographs posted on social media websites emphasized the VIP treatment given to PM Modi, where his plane was flanked by the fighter planes while it flew over Saudi Arabian skies.
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#WATCH | In a special gesture, fighter planes from Saudi Arabia escort Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plane as it entered Saudi airspace to Jeddah. pic.twitter.com/Vhzxd6ir5p
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2025
Symbol of Increasing India-Saudi Arabia Relations
The airborne salute symbolizes the increasing diplomatic and strategic partnership between India and Saudi Arabia. The two countries have been broadening cooperation in several sectors such as energy, trade, investment, and defense in recent years.
This aerial welcome also mirrors the high regard Saudi Arabia holds for India’s leadership, especially amid Prime Minister Modi’s multiple visits to the Gulf region which have fostered closer political and economic ties.
The warm gesture is likely to set a positive tone for PM Modi’s engagements during his visit to Jeddah, where discussions are expected to focus on deepening bilateral cooperation and addressing regional and global challenges.
The majestic escort by Saudi warplanes was not just a gesture of honor to Prime Minister Modi but also an open message of friendship and respect between the two countries.
