Port Louis, March 12 -- President Droupadi Murmu was conferred with the honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law by the University of Mauritius on Tuesday.

The prestigious honour was bestowed upon the President in recognition of the profound depth of the bilateral relationship between the two nations.

The official ceremony, held at the University of Mauritius, saw President Murmu addressing the gathering with a compelling message for the Mauritian youth.

She emphasised the importance of maintaining strong ties with India, encouraging the youth to embrace and cherish their shared cultural heritage.

President Murmu urged the Mauritian youth to stay connected with India, underscoring the need to nurture their rich history while simultaneou...