Victoria, June 27 -- Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day State Visit to the East African island nation of Seychelles, the capital city of Victoria has taken on a festive look, with prominent welcome posters put up across the Victoria-Mahe area by the Indian diaspora ahead of his arrival for the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the nation's National Day.

The vibrant posters, carrying messages such as "Byenveni Modi"--"Welcome Modi" in Seychellois Creole--along with greetings including "Indian Diaspora Welcomes Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi", have been installed at key locations across the city, reflecting the excitement among the Indian community and the warm reception being prepared for the visiting leader.

The col...