Watch: Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad AL Thani receives ceremonial welcome in presence of PM Modi, President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

NEW DELHI: Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the

Amir of the State of Qatar

, was given a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of

Rashtrapati Bhavan

on his arrival in India.

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were present to greet the Qatari leader as he arrived at the prestigious location. The event marks a significant moment in strengthening ties between India and Qatar.

Sheikh Tamim's state visit to India began on Monday, 17 February 2025, with his arrival in Delhi at 1845 hrs at AFS Palam, followed by a meeting with external affairs minister S Jaishankar at 2000 hrs at Hotel Leela Palace.
On Tuesday, the Amir was given a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan at 1000 hrs, followed by a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 1200 hrs at Hyderabad House. At 1300 hrs, an exchange of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) will take place, with photo opportunities for all media. Later, Sheikh Tamim will meet

President Draupadi Murmu

at Rashtrapati Bhavan at 1900 hrs. The visit will conclude with his departure at 2105 hrs.