1 / 9Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Mauritius, where he will attend the national day celebrations as the chief guest. He was greeted at the airport by his counterpart, PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam, along with senior officials, including the Deputy Prime Minister, Chief Justice, and other dignitaries. (Photo: X/@narendramodi)
2 / 9During the visit, India and Mauritius will sign agreements focused on capacity building, trade, and tackling cross-border financial crimes. Modi stated, “This visit is a wonderful opportunity to engage with a valued friend and explore new avenues for collaboration in various sectors.” (Photo: X/@narendramodi)
3 / 9PM Modi received the “Guard of Honour” at the Port Louis airport in Mauritius. The Prime Minister was seen singing the national anthem of India. Mauritius PM Ramgoolam was also present. PM Modi will also engage with political leaders and interact with the Indian community. In addition, he will inaugurate the India-funded civil service college and area health centre. (Photo: Screengrab from a video shared by PM Modi on X)
4 / 9A contingent of Indian armed forces, an Indian Navy warship, and the Indian Air Force’s Akash Ganga skydiving team will take part in Mauritius’ national day celebrations. PM Modi highlighted the shared cultural and historical ties, saying, “Mauritius is a close maritime neighbour, a key partner in the Indian Ocean, and a gateway to the African Continent.” (Photo: X/@narendramodi)
5 / 9Prime Minister Modi received a warm welcome from the members of the Indian diaspora as he reached a hotel in Port Louis. “Deeply touched by the warm welcome from the Indian community in Mauritius. Their strong connection to Indian heritage, culture and values is truly inspiring. This bond of history and heart continues to thrive across generations,” he said on X (formerly Twitter) (Photo: X/@narendramodi)
6 / 9PM Modi was welcomed by the Indian diaspora with traditional folk songs from Bihar, Geet Gawain, which is a traditional Bhojpuri musical ensemble that embodies the rich cultural heritage brought to Mauritius by women from the Bhojpuri belt of India (Photo: PIB)
7 / 9On the 57th National Day celebrations of Mauritius on March 12, Indian Naval Ship Imphal will participate, fielding a marching contingent, naval band and helicopter for the fly-past at Champs de Mars (Photo: PIB India)
8 / 9PM Modi visited Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden with Mauritius’ PM Navinchandra Ramagoolam, where they planted a tree under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” initiative, calling it as a symbol of the two countries’ “shared commitment to a greener and better future.” (Photo: X/@narendramodi)
9 / 9Prime Minister Modi paid tribute to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam and Sir Anerood Jugnauth – two of the most significant leaders of Mauritius. “Paid homage to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam and Sir Anerood Jugnauth, two great leaders who have made indelible contributions to Mauritius’ progress,” he wrote on X (Photo: X/@narendramodi)
