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Haryana village renamed 'Carterpuri' in honor of Jimmy Carter's connection to India

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Haryana village renamed 'Carterpuri' in honor of Jimmy Carter's connection to India

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  • Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the U.S., passed away at 100, leaving behind a unique connection with India.
  • A village in Haryana was renamed 'Carterpuri' in honor of his historic visit to India in 1978.
  • Carter was the first American leader to visit post-emergency India, promoting democracy during his address to the Indian Parliament.
  • His visit to Daulatpur Nasirabad resulted in a warm reception and a lasting bond, with locals commemorating his Nobel win in 2002.
  • As noted by the Carter Centre, this visit established a lasting partnership based on shared values between India and the U.S.

Read more at Times of India.

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