"India considers Seychelles not only as a maritime neighbour but as a trusted friend & strong strategic partner"
PM Narendra Modi became the first Indian PM to visit Seychelles in 33 long years! He was given a Ceremonial Reception after which he visited the State House. He also unveiled the Plaque and Operationalisation of Radar for the CSRS India-Seychelles Cooperation Project in Seychelles.
Our agreement on cooperation in Ocean Economy is an important step in deepening our scientific and economic partnership: PM in Mauritius
After the successful visit to Seychelles, PM Modi where held extensive meetings with President Mr. Rajkeswur Purryag and other delegates. He visited the Ganga Talao in Mauritius and praised Mauritius for enriching Hindi literature. He also expressed his delight on being able to attend the National Day Celebrations of Mauritius.
"India and Sri Lanka don't have a land boundary but we are the closest neighbours in every sense"
In Sri Lanka, Shri Modi attended a series of events and committed to work together Sri Lanka to harness the potential of Ocean Economy. He paid a visit to Mahabodhi Society as well as addressed the Parliament of Sri Lanka. On the second day, he offered prayers at the Sri Mahabodhi Tree along with President Sirisena. He also handed over of homes at Ilavalai North-West Housing Project site in Jaffna.
Prime Minister recalls India’s Maritime Heritage on National Maritime Day
April 05, 2026
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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi on the occasion of National Maritime Day, recalled India’s rich maritime heritage and acknowledged the invaluable contribution of all those associated with the sector. Shri Modi stated that the dedication of individuals in the maritime sector strengthens the nation’s economy, trade and connectivity. The Prime Minister further reaffirmed the government’s commitment to harness the immense potential of the maritime sector for ensuring a prosperous future for the nation.
The Prime Minister wrote on X; “On National Maritime Day, we recall India’s maritime heritage and the invaluable contribution of all those associated with this sector. Their dedication strengthens our economy, trade and connectivity. We will continue to harness the immense potential of our maritime sector for a prosperous future.”
On National Maritime Day, we recall India’s maritime heritage and the invaluable contribution of all those associated with this sector. Their dedication strengthens our economy, trade and connectivity.
We will continue to harness the immense potential of our maritime sector for… pic.twitter.com/b9Uae4alCs