Male, July 25 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Maldives on Friday as a part of his second leg of the two-nation visit. Upon his arrival he received a warm welcome from President Muizzu.

The two leaders were seen greeting each other with a hug. The Foreign Minister, Defence Minister, the Finance Minister and the Minister of Homeland Security of Maldives were also present of the occassion.

The Maldivian capital, Male, wore a festive look on Friday, adorned with large posters, colourful banners, and fluttering Indian flags, as the island nation geared up to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his two-day state visit.

Posters bearing the message "Warm Greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi" were displayed across the city,...