In pics: President Draupadi Murmu's Fiji visit

President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Suva, Fiji on the first leg of her three-nation visit. She was received by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka of Fiji at the airport and accorded a ceremonial welcome. This visit marks the first by an Indian President to Fiji. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

President Droupadi Murmu receives a warm welcome from children on her arrival in Suva, Fiji. She also gave chocolates to the students, reflecting her affection for the young ones. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

After an affectionate welcome by children on her way from the airport, a traditional welcome ceremony was organized in honour of President Droupadi Murmu in the presence of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka of Fiji. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the shared democratic values and deep ties between India and Fiji. She highlighted new initiatives like the Super Specialty Cardiology Hospital in Suva and reaffirmed India’s commitment to climate justice and a stronger partnership with Fiji. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

President Droupadi Murmu was warmly received by President Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere of Fiji at the State House, Suva. The two leaders discussed ways to further deepen the India-Fiji relationship and reviewed the progress of the 'Solarization of Heads of State Residences' project. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

President Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere of Fiji conferred the Companion of the Order of Fiji upon President Droupadi Murmu. This is the highest civilian award of Fiji, reflecting the deep ties of friendship between India and Fiji. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

President Draupadi Murmu addresses the Indian Community Reception in Suva, celebrating the contributions and strong presence of the Indian diaspora in Fiji. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka of Fiji called on President Droupadi Murmu. Both leaders held wide-ranging discussions and agreed to build upon the historic ties and strengthen the partnership between the two countries. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

President Droupadi Murmu laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in Suva, paying tribute to the martyred soldiers of Fiji. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)

President Droupadi Murmu paid floral tributes at the bust of Mahatma Gandhi in the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School in Suva and interacted with the students present there. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn, ANI)

In the final stop on her State visit to Fiji, President Droupadi Murmu paid obeisance at the Sri Siva Subramaniya Swami Temple in Nadi, one of the largest Hindu temples in the Pacific region. She was warmly welcomed at the temple by members of the Fijian Indian community. (Image source: X/@rashtrapatibhvn)