President Murmu hosts banquet for Mongolian President, identifies potential for deepening ties
President Droupadi Murmu held a banquet for Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, where both leaders acknowledged significant opportunities to strengthen bilateral ties, reports 24brussels.
During the gathering, Murmu and Ukhnaa deliberated on expanding collaborations in various sectors, with a strong emphasis on development partnerships and cultural exchanges. The Indian President’s official post on X emphasized the potential for deepening relations between India and Mongolia.
President Droupadi Murmu received President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa of Mongolia at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour.
The two leaders agreed that there is great potential to further deepen ties between India and Mongolia, particularly in the field of development… pic.twitter.com/CWHnCAJC8D— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) October 14, 2025
During a Special Briefing on cultural exchange earlier that day, MEA Secretary (East) P Kumaran announced a signed cultural exchange programme as part of a memorandum of understanding established during the visit. Kumaran revealed plans for an ICCR youth orientation trip, which will facilitate Mongolian students’ visits to India.
Moreover, Kumaran mentioned Mongolian interest in establishing direct flights between the two nations. He indicated that the feasibility of operations has been a challenge, but noted a Mongolian airline’s interest in conducting chartered flights to India, a suggestion raised by President Ukhnaa to Prime Minister Modi. Kumaran stated that discussions about destinations and operational details would be forthcoming.
He expressed optimism about the recent introduction of gratis e-visas for Mongolian citizens, which, combined with Mongolia’s reciprocal visa facilitation, could enhance the viability of such flight operations. However, he urged caution, stating, “But it is still early days. We will see how it goes.”
