InternationalSunday, 28 June 2026·The Hindu - International
India-Seychelles ties: PM Modi’s June 2026 visit focused on Indian Ocean security, DPI and defence cooperation
PM Modi’s June 28, 2026 Seychelles visit highlighted Indian Ocean security, Digital Public Infrastructure, and a vessel handover.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On June 28, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie in Victoria and said India’s vision was to make the Indian Ocean an “Ocean of Opportunity” through maritime security, mutual trust and economic prosperity.
Key specifics
- Meeting date: June 28, 2026, at the State House in Victoria.
- Counterpart: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie.
- Indian delegation included S. Jaishankar, Ajit Doval, Vikram Misri and Randhir Jaiswal.
- India handed over PS LESPWAR, a Made in India Fast Patrol Vessel, plus 6 ambulances, 10 utility vehicles and 5 laser-guided boats.
- Seychelles’ 50th Independence Day celebrations were scheduled for June 29, 2026, marking independence from the United Kingdom in 1976.
Exam lens
International relations MCQ focus: visit date, host country, award name, vessel handover, and the phrase “Ocean of Opportunity.” TNPSC may ask which country received the FPV PS LESPWAR and six ambulances from India.