India, Jan. 27 -- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Monday said that a "successful India" contributes to a more "stable, prosperous and secure" world, as New Delhi and the European Union prepare to finalise a landmark free trade agreement.

Von der Leyen, who is on a three-day visit to India, attended the country's 77th Republic Day celebrations as a Chief Guest, calling the experience an "honour of a lifetime." She was joined by European Council President Antonio Costa, marking the first time two top EU leaders jointly attended India's Republic Day event.

"A successful India makes the world more stable, prosperous and secure. And we all benefit," von der Leyen said in a post on X.

She is scheduled to hold summit tal...