New Delhi, Apr 16 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral discussions with Austrian Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker at Hyderabad House on Thursday, as part of the Austrian leader’s four-day official visit to India.

The two leaders reviewed the overall state of India-Austria relations and discussed ways to further deepen cooperation across key sectors, including trade, innovation, sustainable development, and cultural exchange. The meeting underscored both countries’ interest in expanding their long-standing partnership.

Earlier in the day, Chancellor Stocker visited Rajghat, where he paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi by laying a wreath. The gesture reflected respect for Gandhi’s principles of peace, non-violence, and global harmony.

The Ministry of External Affairs noted that the visit to Rajghat highlighted shared global values and the continuing relevance of Gandhian ideals in international relations.

The high-level engagement is expected to add further momentum to bilateral cooperation between India and Austria, with both sides expressing commitment to strengthening dialogue and partnership in the coming years.