PM Modi conferred with honorary ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ title by Seychelles

29/06/2026

Victoria (Seychelles), Jun 28: Prime Minister NarendraModi on Sunday was conferred with the honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title by Seychelles for his steadfast commitment to environmental conservation and advancing the aspirations of the Small Island Developing States. President Patrick Herminie presented Modi with the title here, the first such honour bestowed by Seychelles. PM Modi thanked Seychelles for the honour and dedicated it to the nations which are fighting the challenges of climate change. "Grateful to the people and Government of Seychelles as well as President Herminie for conferring upon me the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon'," PM Modi posted on social media after receiving the honour.
"I humbly accept this honour and dedicate it to all those countries that are fighting the challenge of climate change and consider environmental protection their responsibility towards future generations.
This is a pressing challenge which we have to overcome together," Modi said.
PM Modi said India is ready to do whatever is required to make the planet "greener and sustainable."
"This is reflected in our various domestic policies, emphasis on Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) and global efforts like the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and more," he said. The prime minister also thanked President Herminie and the people of Seychelles for the honour in his address to the National Assembly.
"It will encourage all those who are making sustained efforts for environment conservation. I bring with me the warm greetings and best wishes of 1.4 billion people of India," he said.
"It stands as a symbol of our nation's deepest respect and recognition for those whose leadership and partnership embodied the spirit of the guardian of our blue horizon," President Herminie said on the occasion.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the honour reflects PM Modi's "leadership role in advancing climate action and sustainable development, while also underscoring the growing strength of partnership."
"The Presidential Distinction recognises PM's leadership and steadfast commitment to environmental conservation, sustainable development, climate resilience, blue economy and advancing the aspirations of the Small Island Developing States," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) posted on X.
MEA said Mission LiFE, EkPedMaaKeNaam, International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and the International Big Cat Alliance are some of the initiatives taken by PM Modi in this direction. The recognition is the latest in a series of such honours conferred on PM Modi for promoting sustainable development.
The Agricola Medal by FAO (Food and Agriculture Organisation), the Seoul Peace Prize and the UN Champion of the Earth Award are some other recognitions recently awarded to PM.
MEA said that the honour underscores the importance attached by Seychelles to India's growing role as a trusted partner in supporting capacity building, environmental action, sustainable development initiatives, and advancing shared priorities across the Indian Ocean Region. Modi landed in the archipelagic nation on Saturday for a three-day visit, during which he held delegation-level talks with President Herminie.
He will also attend the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour.
India and Seychelles unveiled 19 outcomes following talks between Modi and Herminie, expanding cooperation in areas ranging from defence and maritime security to digital payments, space, healthcare, agriculture and education. Earlier this month, Modi was conferred with Slovakia's highest civilian honour, the Order of the White Double Cross (First Class), in Bratislava.

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