Maldives President Muizzu begins first state visit to India, meets Jaishankar

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, accompanied by First Lady Sajidha Mohamed, arrived in New Delhi on Sunday for his first bilateral visit to India. The visit, scheduled from October 6 to 10, comes at the official invitation of President Droupadi Murmu. (Photo: The President's Office)

Union minister of state for external affairs, Kiriti Vardhan Singh, warmly welcomed Muizzu upon his arrival at the airport. (Photo: ANI)

Apart from Singh, several other government representatives were present at New Delhi airport to receive the Maldives president upon his arrival. (Photo: The President's Office)

This marks Muizzu's second visit to India this year, following his participation in the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in June. (Photo: PTI)

External affairs minister S Jaishankar paid a courtesy visit to Muizzu on Sunday. Sharing pictures of their meeting on social media, Jaishankar wrote, "Pleased to call on President @MMuizzu today at the start of his State Visit to India."(Photo: EAM X handle)

Jaishankar commended Muizzu for his dedication to strengthening ties between India and the Maldives. He expressed confidence that Muizzu's discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi will further enhance relations between the two countries. "Appreciate his commitment to enhance ���� ���� relationship. Confident that his talks with PM @narendramodi tomorrow will give a new impetus to our friendly ties," he posted on X. (Photo: EAM X handle)

Jaishankar and Muizzu discussed a variety of issues of mutual interest to both countries during their meeting. The Maldives president is now scheduled to meet with President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other senior officials (Photo: The President's Office)

On Sunday evening, Muizzu and First Lady met with the Maldivian community living in New Delhi. (Photo: The President's Office)

During the engagement with the Maldivian community, President Muizzu and the First Lady inquired about their wellbeing, listened to their concerns and challenges, and reaffirmed the administration's commitment to addressing those issues. (Photo: The President's Office)