Pabitra Margherita inaugurates Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Wall at Costa Rica's University of Peace
Synopsis
India's MoS for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita took India's 'World is One Family' message to the University of Peace in Costa Rica, inaugurating a dedicated wall, paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, planting a sapling under PM Modi's green initiative, and attending the swearing-in of new Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez — all in a single diplomatic visit.
Key Takeaways
MoS Pabitra Margherita inaugurated the 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' Wall at the University of Peace in San Jose, Costa Rica on 10 May 2025 .
Margherita paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at the University and described him as belonging "not just to India but to all of humanity." A sapling was planted under PM Narendra Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative in San Jose.
Margherita attended the swearing-in of Costa Rica's new President Laura Fernandez at the National Stadium and conveyed greetings from India's President and Prime Minister.
On Saturday , Margherita also inaugurated a new office of Feuji , a global Indian IT Deep Tech company, in Costa Rica.
The MoS is on an official visit to Costa Rica, Honduras, Belize , and the Commonwealth of Dominica from 8–15 May .
Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Sunday, 10 May inaugurated the 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' Wall at the University of Peace in San Jose, Costa Rica, symbolising India's ancient philosophy of universal brotherhood on the global stage. The inauguration formed part of Margherita's official visit to four Latin American and Caribbean nations from 8 to 15 May.
The Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Wall
The wall bears the Sanskrit phrase 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' — meaning 'The World is One Family' — a principle that has become a cornerstone of India's foreign policy messaging, particularly since India's G20 Presidency in 2023. Margherita said the philosophy
Point of View
A Gandhi tribute, a tree planted in a PM-branded green initiative, and a seat at a presidential inauguration. What is easy to miss is the strategic geography: Latin America and the Caribbean have historically been under-prioritised in India's diplomatic calendar. Sending a minister to four nations in the region in a single week signals a quiet but deliberate push to diversify partnerships beyond the Indo-Pacific. The Feuji office inauguration adds a commercial layer that could matter more in the long run than the symbolism.
NationPress
28 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Wall inaugurated in Costa Rica?
It is a dedicated wall at the University of Peace in San Jose, Costa Rica, bearing the Sanskrit phrase 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', meaning 'The World is One Family'. It was inaugurated by India's Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on 10 May 2025 as a symbol of India's philosophy of universal brotherhood.
Who is Laura Fernandez and why was MoS Margherita at her swearing-in?
Laura Fernandez is the newly elected President of Costa Rica, sworn in for a four-year term at the National Stadium in San Jose. MoS Margherita attended the ceremony as India's representative and conveyed greetings from India's President, Prime Minister, and people.
What is the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative and why was it observed in Costa Rica?
'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' — meaning 'One Tree in Mother's Name' — is an environmental initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraging tree planting as a tribute to one's mother. Margherita planted a sapling under this initiative in San Jose to reaffirm India's commitment to sustainability.
Which countries is MoS Pabitra Margherita visiting on this official tour?
Margherita is on an official visit to Costa Rica, Honduras, Belize, and the Commonwealth of Dominica from 8 to 15 May 2025, marking a significant diplomatic outreach to Latin America and the Caribbean.
What is India's diplomatic relationship with Costa Rica?
India and Costa Rica share cordial and warm bilateral relations, managed through the Indian Embassy in Panama, which is concurrently accredited to Costa Rica. The relationship is being strengthened by growing commercial engagement between the two countries.
