Port Louis, March 10 -- Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in Mauritius on a two-day State Visit, activities are in full swing to welcome him in the African nation.

PM Modi departed for Mauritius late Monday night. He will take part in the country's 57th National Day celebration on March 12.

This is his second visit to Mauritius as Prime Minister, after the visit in 2015.

Streets were decked up with posters and flags of India and Mauritius ahead of the PM's visit.

Rehearsals were also underway for the cultural performances.

Director of the Mahatma Gandhi Institute Director Dr Veedotma Koonjal spoke to ANI and said is is a "huge occasion" and it's a privilege to see him for the second time.

"It is a huge occasion for us....