NEW DELHI: GTNS, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 Prime Minister Narendra Modi met His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, with the discussions focusing on expanding cooperation between India and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) across several development sectors.
During the interaction, Modi fondly remembered the late Aga Khan IV and acknowledged his longstanding contribution to development-oriented initiatives.
The meeting placed particular emphasis on areas that directly affect communities, including healthcare, agriculture, rural development, youth development and the empowerment of women.
The proposed areas of cooperation reflect a broader development agenda in which partnerships with institutions such as AKDN can complement government efforts in improving livelihoods and strengthening access to essential services.
Healthcare and rural development remain particularly important areas for inclusive growth, while investment in agriculture, youth and women can contribute to greater economic opportunities at the community level.
The engagement also carries significance for the continuation of the relationship between India and the Aga Khan Development Network following the passing of Aga Khan IV, whose development initiatives had a long-standing presence in several countries, including India.
The discussions indicate New Delhi’s interest in building on that legacy through future cooperation focused on inclusive development, human capital and community empowerment.
The Modi-Prince Rahim meeting therefore goes beyond a ceremonial engagement, signalling an effort to deepen collaboration in sectors with direct social and developmental impact.
Global Times News | GTNS