Watch! Indian Envoy to Seychelles Rohit Rathish shares key insights ahead of PM Modi’s visit

Jun 26, 2026

June 25, 2026 : ANI: Victoria-Mahe (Seychelles): Speaking to ANI, On PM Narendra Modi's visit to the country, High Commissioner of India in Seychelles, Rohit Rathish, said, "It is a historic milestone for both the countries... India and Seychelles enjoy very deep-rooted and historic ties with cultural affinities. We inhabit a shared region and also share the values of democracy and the rule of law. These are the anchors of our bilateral partnership... Our destinies have been intertwined for 250 years. The bilateral partnership, the diplomatic relations, are but the latest chapter in this relationship... We look forward to an intense period of bilateral relations, building upon our deep-rooted and historic ties and taking them to new heights... We are looking to hopefully inaugurate a few of the projects in both the civilian side as well as on the defence and security aspects as well... With this visit, I think we will see a greater impetus on defence and security..." Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to embark on a State visit to Seychelles from June 27-29 to participate in the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the nation's National Day as the Guest of Honour. The Prime Minister will be travelling to the island nation following an invitation extended by Seychelles President Patrick Herminie. According to an official statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), PM Modi will hold high-level discussions with President Herminie during the visit to review the entire gamut of bilateral cooperation and exchange perspectives on regional and global issues of mutual significance.