PM Modi Plants Coco de Mer Palm in Seychelles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi planted a sapling of the rare Coco de Mer palm at the Seychelles National Botanical Garden alongside Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie, reaffirming the shared commitment of India and Seychelles to environmental conservation and sustainability.

PM Modi, along with President Dr. Patrick Herminie, visited the Seychelles National Botanical Gardens in Victoria, Seychelles.

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The symbolic tree plantation was carried out under India's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, highlighting the two nations' common vision for protecting nature and promoting sustainable development.

The Coco de Mer, native to Seychelles, is one of the world's rarest and most iconic palm species, making the plantation a significant gesture of friendship and environmental stewardship.

Following the tree plantation, Prime Minister Modi and President Herminie visited the Giant Tortoise Enclosure at the Seychelles National Botanical Garden, showcasing the island nation's unique biodiversity and strengthening cultural and environmental ties between the two countries.

Visited the Giant Tortoise Enclosure at the Seychelles National Botanical Garden with President Dr. Patrick Herminie.

The Aldabra Giant Tortoise, which is native to Seychelles, is among the largest and longest-living species on Earth, with some of them witnessing over two… pic.twitter.com/995s3bfawf

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The visit forms part of Prime Minister Modi's historic State Visit to Seychelles, during which he is the Guest of Honour at the country's 50th Independence Day celebrations.