The 68-year-old Modi became the first prime minister in 50 years to return to power with a full majority following his landslide election victory. The glittering ceremony took place against the backdrop of a 120-year-old, British-era presidential palace that was lavishly decorated for the occasion. Bangladesh President Abdul Hamid, Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena, Nepal Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, Myanmar President U Win Myint, Bhutanese Prime Minister Lotay Tshering and Kyrgyz President Sooronbay Jeenbekov were present at the hour-long ceremony. It will be interesting to see if Cabinet ministers wield real authority this time or not,” Mishra said.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 30, 2019 19:52 UTC