Modi Honoured with Prestigious Environmental Award
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ award by Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie on June 28, 2026, in recognition of his leadership in climate action and sustainable development. The announcement was made via social media posts from both PM Modi and External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar.
Modi Expresses Gratitude
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi expressed his gratitude to the people and government of Seychelles, as well as President Herminie, for the honour. He stated: “I humbly accept this honour and dedicate it to all those countries that are fighting the challenge of climate change.” The award underscores India’s growing role in global environmental initiatives.
Jaishankar Highlights Significance
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar also shared his thoughts on the event, describing it as a privilege to witness the conferment. He noted that the award reflects PM Modi’s leadership in advancing climate action and sustainable development, while also highlighting the strengthening ties between India and Seychelles.
India-Seychelles Relations Strengthened
The award ceremony marks a deepening of bilateral relations between India and Seychelles, with both nations collaborating on issues such as marine conservation, renewable energy, and climate resilience. The ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ award is a testament to India’s commitment to protecting the oceans and combating climate change.
