Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a three-day state visit to Seychelles as the Guest of Honour for the country’s National Day Golden Jubilee celebrations, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and expanding cooperation across strategic and developmental sectors.

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• Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a three-day state visit to Seychelles to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the country’s National Day as Guest of Honour.
• The Prime Minister last visited Seychelles in 2015, marking the renewed high-level engagement between the two Indian Ocean partner nations after several years.
• A contingent of Indian defence forces along with two Indian Navy ships will participate in the National Day celebrations, reflecting strong maritime cooperation.
• Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie to review the full spectrum of cooperation and regional issues.
• During the visit, the Prime Minister will address the National Assembly of Seychelles, highlighting India’s commitment to democratic and diplomatic engagement.
• He will also interact with members of the Indian diaspora and participate in a tree plantation ceremony at the Botanical Gardens in Seychelles.
• The visit reinforces India’s Vision MAHASAGAR and its strategic focus on strengthening partnerships with Indian Ocean region countries and the Global South.