President Droupadi Murmu Honored with Grand-Collar of Timor-Leste

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded President Droupadi Murmu for receiving the Grand-Collar of the Order of Timor-Leste, symbolizing the close ties and respect between India and Timor-Leste. Murmu's visit marks the first-ever presidential trip from India to the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed President Droupadi Murmu for being awarded the Grand-Collar of the Order of Timor-Leste, underscoring the formidable ties and mutual respect between India and Timor-Leste.

President Murmu landed in Dili, Timor-Leste, on Saturday for the first-ever presidential visit from India to the country.

President Jose Ramos-Horta bestowed upon her the Grand-Collar of the Order of Timor-Leste, the highest honor in Timor-Leste. Prime Minister Modi remarked, "It is a proud moment for us to see Rashtrapati Ji being honored with the Grand-Collar of the Order of Timor-Leste, the nation's highest civilian award. This reflects the strong ties and mutual respect between our countries and acknowledges her monumental contribution to public life."

(With inputs from agencies.)