PM Visits Marseille Cemetery, Inaugurates Indian Consulate

On the final day of his France visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by French President Emmanuel Macron, visited the historic Mazargues Cemetery in Marseille. He paid tribute to Indian soldiers who fought in World War I and World War II. Many of whom were cremated there.

Highlighting Marseille’s connection to India’s freedom struggle, PM Modi recalled Veer Savarkar’s daring escape attempt in the city. Sharing his thoughts on X. He wrote, “Marseille holds a special place in India’s fight for independence. It was here that the great Veer Savarkar made a courageous escape attempt. I also express my gratitude to the people of Marseille and the French activists of that time who opposed his extradition to British custody. His bravery continues to inspire generations!”

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PM Modi’s Visit to Marseille: Tribute to Soldiers & Inauguration of Indian Consulate

Noting that freedom fighter Veer Savarkar attempted a “courageous escape” in Marseille, PM Modi wrote on X,  “In India’s quest for freedom, this city holds special significance. It was here that the great Veer Savarkar attempted a courageous escape. I also want to thank the people of Marseille and the French activists of that time who demanded that he not be handed over to British custody. The bravery of Veer Savarkar continues to inspire generations!”.

Savarkar had attempted his escape on July 8, 1910, from HMS Morea, by slipping through a porthole and swimming ashore. He was captured by French authorities and handed back to officials on the ship. 

PM Modi also inaugurated the Indian Consulate in Marseille and said that it will deepen ties between the two countries. “President Macron and I reached Marseille a short while ago. This visit will witness important programmes aimed at further connecting India and France. The Indian consulate which is being inaugurated will deepen people-to-people linkages. I will also pay homage to the Indian soldiers martyred in the First and Second World Wars,” the PM wrote earlier in the day.

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