Archive · 25 Jul 2025
PM Modi in Maldives for State Visit, Independence Day
Prime Minister Modi of India visited the Maldives for a two-day trip.
He got a fancy welcome with a parade and met with the President.
The President even came to the airport to greet him!
Modi is there for the Maldives' Independence Day party and to talk about how the two countries can work together on things like money and safety in the ocean.
He also met with Indian people living there, who were very excited to see him.
PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome and guard of honour in Male.
Maldives President Muizzu welcomed PM Modi at the airport.
PM Modi is participating in the Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations.
PM Modi interacted with the Indian community and children.
The visit aims to strengthen ties and enhance security in the Indian Ocean Region.
- Who
- PM Narendra Modi and Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu
- What
- PM Modi is on a state visit to the Maldives.
- When
- Friday and Saturday
- Where
- Male, Maldives
- Why
- To strengthen ties between India and the Maldives, and participate in Independence Day celebrations.
- Event
- State Visit
- Location
- Male, Maldives
- Visiting Official
- PM Narendra Modi
- Host
- Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu
- Purpose
- Strengthen bilateral ties, attend Independence Day celebrations
- Significance
- First visit by a head of state since Muizzu assumed office.