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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Modi recalls 'Good Maharaja' who sheltered Polish children during World War II

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Thursday recalled the humanitarian legacy of Maharaja Jam Saheb of Nawanagar, who sheltered Polish children displaced during World War II, saying the friendship between India and Poland was rooted in a shared heritage of humanity and compassion.

In his media statement following talks with his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk at the Hyderabad House here, Modi said people of Poland remember Jam Saheb with great respect, and he is known there as the 'Good Maharaja'.

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