New Delhi, June 25 -- India will hand over a patrol vessel to Seychelles during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Indian Ocean archipelago this week as part of efforts to bolster the collective security and surveillance mechanisms of smaller countries in the region, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday.

Modi is set to visit Seychelles during June 27-29 to join the golden jubilee celebrations of the country's national day as the guest of honour, the external affairs ministry announced on Thursday. A contingent of the Indian defence forces, including two Indian Navy ships, will participate in the celebrations, reflecting the growing security cooperation between the two sides.

The prime minister will hold talks with P...