PM Narendra Modi left for a three-day State Visit to Seychelles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday embarked on a three-day State Visit to Seychelles to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the country’s National Day as the Guest of Honour and further strengthen bilateral cooperation.

Earlier, in his departure statement, PM Modi expressed confidence that his visit to Seychelles would enhance maritime cooperation while also advancing the vision of a “secure, peaceful and prosperous” Indian Ocean region.

“At the invitation of my friend, H E Dr Patrick Herminie, President of the Republic of Seychelles, I will undertake a State Visit



to Seychelles from June 27 to 29, 2026, to participate in the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the National Day of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour,” PM Modi said.

The Prime Minister said that Seychelles is a “valued maritime neighbour” and a “key partner” in India’s ‘Vision MAHASAGAR’ and the two countries’ shared commitment to the Global South.

“This year, we also mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of our diplomatic relations, which are rooted in mutual trust, shared democratic values, respect for diversity and deep affinity between our peoples,” he said.