India and Mauritius Forge Strategic Partnership with Rs 31.26 Billion Landmark Deal

A monumental bilateral agreement worth Rs 31.26 billion ($655 million) is set to be signed as Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar begins a high-profile three-day official visit to Mauritius this Thursday, 9 April.

The deal, ratified by the Council of Ministers under the Special Economic Package 2025, represents a significant leap in the strategic partnership between the two nations.

The funding is split into two major components designed to overhaul the island’s infrastructure and public services.

Comprehensive Infrastructure Funding

A grant of Rs 10.26 billion ($215 million) has been earmarked for essential public works and specialized facilities. Key projects under this pillar include:

• The construction of a new SSR Hospital.
• The establishment of an AYUSH centre.
• A new veterinary school equipped with an animal hospital.
• The provision of new helicopters.

A second allocation of Rs 21 billion ($440 million), comprising both a grant and a line of credit, will be directed toward large-scale infrastructure developments.

These include the construction of the M4 motorway, Phase II of the Ring Road, and a new control tower for the SSR International Airport, alongside the procurement of advanced port equipment.

Diplomatic Engagements

Minister Jaishankar’s itinerary includes a formal meeting with Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam to discuss further avenues of cooperation.

Beyond high-level talks, the Minister will attend several official inaugurations and participate in a ceremony for the handover of electric buses.

The visit, which focuses on reinforcing the longstanding ties with India, marks a pivotal moment for Mauritian development as the nation executes its 2025 economic roadmap through this substantial Indian investment.

Source: Defi Media