List of international presidential trips made by Droupadi Murmu

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This is a list of international presidential trips made by Droupadi Murmu since she became the President of India, following her election as president 25 July 2022. [1]

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Summary of international trips

As of September2025, Droupadi Murmu has made 7 international trips, visiting 13 countries. The first state visit was to United Kingdom between 17 and 20 September 2022, followed by Suriname and Serbia.

President Droupadi Murmu's visits by country
Number of visitsCountry
1 visit (13) Algeria, Fiji, Malawi, Mauritania, Mauritius, New Zealand, Portugal, Serbia, Slovakia, Suriname, Timor-Leste, United Kingdom, Vatican City

2022

CountryAreas visitedDate(s)DetailsImages
1Flag of the United Kingdom.svg United Kingdom London 17–20 September 2022 [2] Attended state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. First overseas visit. Held meetings with other world leaders. Droupadi Murmu is being received by King Charles III before the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.jpg

2023

CountryAreas visitedDate(s)DetailsImages
2Flag of Suriname.svg Suriname Paramaribo 4–6 June 2023 [3] [4] First state visit to Suriname. Participated in Indian diaspora events. Received Grand Order Chain of the Honorary Order of the Yellow Star. The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu with the President of Suriname, Mr. Chandrikapersad Santokhi at Presidential Palace, in Paramaribo on June 06, 2023.jpg
Flag of Serbia.svg Serbia Belgrade 7–9 June 2023 [5] First Indian presidential visit to Serbia. Bilateral meeting with President Aleksandar Vučić. The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu meets the President of Serbia, Mr. Aleksandar Vucic, in Belgrade on June 08, 2023.jpg

2024

CountryAreas visitedDate(s)DetailsImages
3Flag of Mauritius.svg Mauritius Port Louis 11 March 2024 [6] State visit; Chief Guest at National Day; conferred honorary doctorate. The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu arrives at State House, in Mauritius on March 13, 2024.jpg
4Flag of Fiji.svg Fiji Suva 5–6 August 2024 [7] [8] [9] [10] First-ever visit by an Indian head of state to Fiji. Accorded Companion of the Order of Fiji; addressed Fijian Parliament; held delegation-level talks with President; cultural and diaspora engagement. The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu receives by the President of Republic of Fiji, Mr. Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere, in Republic of Fiji on August 06, 2024.jpg
Flag of New Zealand.svg New Zealand Auckland 7–9 August 2024Held bilateral meeting with Governor General Cindy Kiro and met Prime Minister Christopher Luxon; Address an education conference and interacted with the Indian community and friends of India.
Flag of East Timor.svg Timor-Leste Dili 10 August 2024 [11] First Indian presidential visit; conferred Grand Collar of the Order of Timor-Leste; MoUs on health, digital tech. The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu meets the president of Timor-Leste, Mr Jose Ramos-Horta at Dili, in Timor-Leste on August 10, 2024 (1).jpg
5Flag of Algeria.svg Algeria Algiers 13–15 October 2024 [12]

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First-ever visit by an Indian President after 39 years. Awarded honorary doctorate ; held Economic Forum and delegation-level. The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu meeting with the President of Algeria, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, in Algeria on October 13, 2024.jpg
Flag of Mauritania.svg Mauritania Nouakchott 16 October 2024 [14]

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First-ever presidential visit. Held bilateral talks with President; signed four MoUs on diplomatic training, cultural exchange, visa exemption and foreign office cooperation. The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu in a bilateral meeting with the President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, Mr Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, in Mauritania on October 16, 2024.jpg
Flag of Malawi.svg Malawi Lilongwe 17–19 October 2024 [17] Signed MoUs on health, youth, pharma; donated medical equipment; engaged with Indian community. The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu and the President of Malawi, Dr. Lazarus Chakwera witnessing the Exchange of MoUs between India and Malawi at the State House, Lilongwe, in Malawi on October 18, 2024.jpg

2025

CountryAreas visitedDate(s)DetailsImages
6Flag of Portugal (official).svg Portugal Lisbon 7–8 April 2025 [18] First state visit in 27 years. Received ceremonial guard of honour; awarded City Key of Honour by Mayor of Lisbon; meetings with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and PM Luis Montenegro. Cultural and diaspora engagement. The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu with the President of Portugal, Mr. Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa at Lisbon, in Portugal on April 07, 2025.jpg
Flag of Slovakia.svg Slovakia Bratislava 9–10 April 2025 [19] [20] First visit by an Indian president to Slovakia in 29 years. Held bilateral talks with President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico. Received honorary doctorate. Two MoUs signed (on MSMEs and diplomatic training). Addressed Indian diaspora and attended cultural programs. The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu meets the President of the Slovak Republic, Mr. Peter Pellegrini at the Presidential Palace, in Bratislava, Slovakia on April 09, 2025.jpg
7Flag of Vatican City (2023-present).svg Vatican City Vatican City 25–26 April 2025 [21] [22] Represented India at the state funeral of Pope Francis. Laid a wreath at St. Peter’s Basilica and attended the funeral Mass with world leaders. The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu paid homage to His Holiness Pope Francis at Basilica of Saint Peter in Vatican City on April 25, 2025.jpg

See also

References

  1. "President Droupadi Murmu completes one year in office: Key milestones". Hindustan Times. 25 July 2023. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  2. "President Murmu arrives in London to attend Queen Elizabeth II's funeral". Hindustan Times. 18 September 2022. Archived from the original on 30 May 2023. Retrieved 30 May 2023.
  3. "President Murmu embarks on two-nation tour of Suriname and Serbia". The Hindu. 6 June 2023. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
  4. "President Murmu conferred with Suriname's highest honour". The Indian Express. 6 June 2023. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  5. "President Murmu embarks on two-nation tour of Suriname and Serbia". The Hindu. 4 June 2023. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  6. "President Murmu as Chief Guest at Mauritius National Day". President of India. 12 March 2024. Retrieved 17 July 2025.
  7. "President Murmu concludes her visit to Fiji". PTI via The Week. 7 August 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  8. "President Droupadi Murmu receives Fiji's highest civilian award". The Hindu. 6 August 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  9. "Murmu in Fiji: India to push for climate justice for ocean states". The Indian Express. 7 August 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  10. "President Murmu meets Fiji counterpart at State House in Suva". The Times of India. 6 August 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  11. "Murmu meets president of Timor‑Leste to enhance cooperation". The Hindu. 10 August 2024. Retrieved 17 July 2025.
  12. "PRESIDENT OF INDIA IN ALGERIA; HOLDS BILATERAL MEETING WITH PRESIDENT OF ALGERIA AND LEADS DELEGATION‑LEVEL TALKS". President of India (Press Release). 14 October 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  13. "'We've always had a close bond of friendship': President Murmu highlights strong India‑Algeria ties during historic visit". The Hindu. 14 October 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  14. "PRESIDENT OF INDIA VISITED MAURITANIA YESTERDAY; HELD BILATERAL TALKS, SIGNED FOUR MOUs". President of India. 17 October 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  15. "President Murmu meets Mauritania counterpart, discusses strengthening ties; MoUs signed". The Hindu. 17 October 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  16. "India and Mauritania sign MoUs on cultural exchange and visa exemption". The Times of India. 17 October 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  17. "President Murmu state visit to Malawi". HC Lilongwe. 19 October 2024. Retrieved 17 July 2025.
  18. "President Murmu accorded Guard of Honour in Portugal, calls for deeper bilateral ties". ANI via ThePrint. 8 April 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  19. "President Murmu, Slovakian counterpart Pellegrini agree to strengthen ties". ANI via The Tribune. 9 April 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  20. "President Murmu meets leaders in Slovakia; witnesses exchange of two MoUs". ANI via ThePrint. 9 April 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  21. "Pope Francis' funeral: President Murmu to visit Vatican City on April 25–26". LiveMint. 24 April 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  22. "President Murmu returns to Delhi after attending Pope Francis' funeral Mass". Business Standard. 27 April 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.