Afghanistan’s Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, Maulvi Ataullah Omari, expressed satisfaction after receiving a warm welcome during his first official visit to India. Speaking at a trade and industry meeting between India and Afghanistan in New Delhi, he said he was deeply impressed by the hospitality extended by Indian officials. Omari described the atmosphere as friendly and said it made him feel at home.

The Afghan minister emphasized the closeness between the two nations, remarking that Afghans and Indians share the same DNA. He extended gratitude to the Indian government and its officials for their cordial reception and support during his visit. His remarks highlighted the tone of goodwill and mutual respect that characterized the bilateral meeting.

The event underscored ongoing engagement between India and Afghanistan in trade and industrial cooperation, with Omari’s comments reflecting a desire for strengthened ties based on shared cultural and historical connections.