Port Blair, Feb 27: The President of India, Mr. Ram Nath Kovind today arrived Port Blair, the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands for a four days visit. He is accompanied by the First Lady Mrs. Savita Kovind.

On arrival, the President was received at Airport by the Lt Governor, A&N Islands, Admiral DK Joshi, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM (Retd.), Member of Parliament, Mr. Kuldeep Rai Sharma, Commander in Chief, A&N Command, Lt Gen Manoj Pande, Chief Secretary, A&N Administration, Mr. Chetan B. Sanghi, DGP, Mr. Satyendra Garg and Senior Officers of A&N Administration.

At Airport the President of India was accorded a guard of honour on his arrival at Port Blair. This is his first visit to the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands as the President of India.
Later in the evening, the President visited the National Memorial Cellular Jail and laid wreath at the Martyrs’ Column and visited the Jail Complex and Museum.

He also witnessed Light & Sound Show at Cellular Jail, which depicts India’s struggle for Independence and also Andaman’s role in this struggle.

“The heroes of our freedom struggle endured inhuman torture during their incarceration in the solitary cells of the jail. They epitomized courage, fearlessness, and supreme sacrifice. I salute the memory of those great freedom fighters,” a message posted by President of India’s official twitter handle said this evening.
Tomorrow, the President will depart for Swaraj Dweep Island of South Andaman in the morning, which is known for its natural beauty.

On Feb. 28, the President will be briefed and updated on ANC activities at Radhanagar Beach of Swaraj Dweep.

He will also witness the operational demonstration planned by Andaman Nicobar Command. On completion of the visit, on March 1, the President will depart for New Delhi in the evening.