Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan, marking a boost in India's relations with the Central Asian region. The two nations have now upgraded their diplomatic status to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Major highlights of the visit include new agreements on mineral resource collaboration, a joint tourism initiative, and a $1-million grant dedicated to tree planting efforts. Additionally, both countries committed to expanding their partnership in Ayurveda and providing new scholarship opportunities.