Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal paid homage to Indian soldiers at the Heliopolis War Cemetery in Cairo during his official visit to Egypt.
The minister honoured the soldiers who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars, recognising their sacrifice and contribution to humanity and freedom.
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Piyush Goyal paid homage to Indian soldiers at Heliopolis War Cemetery in Cairo.
The cemetery commemorates approximately 4,000 soldiers, including 3,727 Indians.
The soldiers served during the First and Second World Wars.
Goyal is visiting Egypt from November 15 to 16, 2026.
His visit focuses on strengthening India-Egypt economic cooperation.
In a social media post, Goyal described the visit as a poignant moment and said the memorial represented an important part of India's history. He also expressed hope that the soldiers' sacrifices would inspire future generations to cherish and protect freedom and democracy.
According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, out of approximately 4,000 soldiers buried or commemorated at the cemetery, 3,727 were Indian soldiers. Nearly 2,000 lost their lives during the First World War, while around 1,700 died during the Second World War.
Goyal arrived in Cairo on November 14 for an official visit aimed at strengthening the India-Egypt Strategic Partnership, particularly in trade, investment and industrial cooperation.
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The tribute recognises the contribution and sacrifices of Indian soldiers during the World Wars. It also highlights India's historical connections with Egypt and the importance of preserving the memory of those who served.
His programme includes the seventh session of the India-Egypt Joint Trade Committee, the India-Egypt Joint Business Council meeting and the India-Egypt Business Forum.
