PM Modi extends Eid-Al-Fitr greetings to Maldives President Muizzu

On the occasion of Eid-Al-Fitr on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed President Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives, the government, and the people of the island nation. He also emphasized the long-standing cultural and civilizational ties between the two nations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that “as we celebrate Eid al-Fitr with traditional fervour, people across the world are reminded of the values of compassion, brotherhood and togetherness, which are essential in building a peaceful and inclusive world that we all aspire for”.

“Hon’ble Prime Minister of India @NarendraModi extended warm greetings to His Excellency President of Maldives Dr. @MMuizzu, the Government & the people of the Republic of Maldives,” the Indian High Commission said in a post on X.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also emphasized the long-standing cultural and civilizational ties between Maldives and India. The relationship between India and the Maldives has been strained as President Mohamed Muizzu, who is generally regarded as a pro-China figure, has insisted that he will fulfill his election pledge to expel Indian military personnel from his nation.

Three aviation platforms in the Maldives were manned by eighty-eight Indian military soldiers. There are now civilians in place of the first 26 Indian military men.

Situated in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), the Maldives is India’s closest marine neighbor and holds a particular position in government programs such as the ‘Neighbourhood First Policy’ and ‘SAGAR’ (Security and Growth for All in the Region).