Modi Meets Aga Khan V, Focus on Health, Rural Growth & Women Empowerment
What Happened
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th Imam of the Ismaili community, in New Delhi and discussed strengthening cooperation with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The talks focused on healthcare, agriculture, rural development, youth empowerment, and women empowerment. Modi also recalled the development contributions of the late Aga Khan IV.
Key Takeaways
The meeting signals India's intent to deepen its long-standing partnership with AKDN, a global development organization active in social development and heritage preservation. It also marks Prince Rahim Aga Khan V's first visit to India since becoming the Ismaili community's spiritual leader in 2025.