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Seychelles President Honors Gandhi, Strengthens India Ties in Delhi Visit

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in New Delhi, highlighting Gandhi's principles as a guide for bilateral ties. He later met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as part of his state visit, which marks 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The visit included substantive engagements in Chennai and Mumbai focusing on healthcare, maritime trade, and the blue economy. India emphasized Seychelles' role as a key maritime neighbor and partner in its Vision MAHASAGAR initiative for the Global South.

Key Points: Seychelles President Visits India, Pays Tribute to Gandhi

  • Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat
  • Meeting with PM Narendra Modi
  • 50 years of diplomatic relations
  • Focus on maritime & health cooperation
  • Vision MAHASAGAR partnership
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Seychelles President Patrick Herminie pays tributes at Rajghat

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie pays homage at Rajghat, meets PM Modi, and discusses bilateral cooperation during his state visit to India.

"Gandhiji's enduring principles continues to guide and inspire India-Seychelles partnership. - Ministry of External Affairs"

New Delhi, February 9

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on Monday paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat.

Sharing the details of his visit in a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs highlighted how Mahatma Gandhi's principles continue to guide and inspire the India-Seychelles partnership.

"Honouring Bapu's enduring legacy and universal ideals. President Dr. Patrick Herminie of Seychelles paid respects to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. Gandhiji's enduring principles continues to guide and inspire India-Seychelles partnership."

He also met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Hyderabad House after his visit to Rajghat.

Earlier, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called upon Seychelles President Patrick Herminie and appreciated the President's support to vision MAHASAGAR.

President Herminie arrived in the national capital on Sunday after completing engagements in Chennai and Mumbai as part of his ongoing State Visit to India.

His visit, which will continue until February 10, is his first trip to India since assuming office in October 2025 and coincides with the celebration of 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles.

According to a post on X by the Ministry of External Affairs, during his engagements in Chennai and Mumbai, Herminie met key stakeholders across sectors, including governance, industry, coastal management, and health, to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

MEA underscored Seychelles' strategic importance to India, describing the island nation as a key maritime neighbour and a key partner in India's Vision MAHASAGAR, underscoring New Delhi's commitment to cooperation with the Global South.

"Seychelles is a key maritime neighbour of India and an important partner in India's Vision MAHASAGAR and its commitment to the Global South," the post added.

In Chennai, Herminie, along with Seychelles Minister of Health Marvin Nolan Fanny, met with Ravi Pachamuthu, Chairman, SIMS Hospital, to discuss a collaborative roadmap aimed at strengthening healthcare services in the island nation through sustainable and long-term healthcare solutions such as super-speciality medical outreach, hospital infrastructure development, digital health integration, workforce support, affordable medicines, and dialysis expansion.

Meanwhile, in Mumbai, the Seychelles President met with Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, and held discussions at the India-Seychelles Business Roundtable to explore investment and cooperation opportunities.

The engagement in Mumbai aimed at strengthening ties with India and Seychelles, with a focus on maritime trade, the blue economy, and sustainable development.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's heartening to see Gandhiji's principles being honoured on the global stage. The focus on sustainable healthcare and the blue economy through Vision MAHASAGAR is the right way forward. India's outreach to island nations in the Indian Ocean is crucial for regional stability.
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Rohit P
Good to see engagement beyond just Delhi. Chennai and Mumbai have specific strengths to offer. SIMS Hospital collaboration is a great example of how Indian healthcare expertise can help our neighbours. More such partnerships, please!
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Sarah B
While the symbolism is strong, I hope the talks lead to concrete outcomes, especially for the people of Seychelles. The article mentions "affordable medicines" – that's a critical area where India can make a real difference. The proof will be in the implementation.
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Vikram M
Seychelles is indeed a key maritime neighbour. Strengthening this partnership is vital for security and trade in the Indian Ocean Region. Vision MAHASAGAR seems promising, but we need to ensure our commitments are sustainable and mutually beneficial in the long run.
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Nisha Z
Respecting Bapu is always a good start! Jai Hind! 🙏 It's nice to see smaller nations getting attention and cooperation from India. The focus on coastal management is also very relevant for both countries given climate change challenges.

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