President Prabowo Subianto from Indonesia received a warm welcome from Indonesian citizens upon his arrival in New Delhi, India. Nadine Ardiani Chairunisa, a Marketing Communication student at Amity University, eagerly awaited his arrival along with fellow student Demas Fadel Anggara. Despite some delays, the students described the experience as both exciting and nerve-wracking. Other Indonesians present, including Rajendra, Marvell, and Adyatama, expressed gratitude for Prabowo’s personal gesture of shaking hands with them. They shared their hopes for a successful working visit in India and a promising future under Prabowo’s leadership.
Prabowo’s visit to India signifies a new chapter in bilateral relations and coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic cooperation between Indonesia and India. Before leaving Jakarta, Prabowo expressed pride in being invited as the chief guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations, considering it a great honor for Indonesia. He emphasized the participation of Indonesian TNI troops in the event, showcasing the strong ties between the two nations. The visit also includes scheduled meetings with Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss enhancing cooperation on various strategic issues.