I would like to wish the Indian community both here in the UK, as well as those in other countries around the world and of course in India, a very happy Indian Independence Day.
Since gaining its independence in 1947, India has emerged as one of the world’s most dynamic countries and from agriculture to finance, it has become a major economic player and is projected to be the world’s second-largest economy by 2037.
It is owing to the strength of the Indian people that this has become a reality, and through the spirit of its people and the power of its global vision, India is shaping today’s new world in ways that we can be so proud of.
We have all witnessed the heart-breaking scenes in India over the past few months, and here in the UK, we stand side by side with India as a friend and partner in the fight against Covid-19, sending our solidarity and condolences to the Indian people at this difficult time. I was proud to see the UK being the first country to deliver life-saving medical equipment to India, a testament to the continued strength of the relationship between our two countries.
