President Droupadi Murmu emphasised India’s ability to provide high-quality education at a much lower cost compared to Western institutions, particularly for the growing number of students from Africa, including Algeria. She made these remarks while receiving an Honorary Doctorate in Political Science from Algeria’s Scientific and Technological Hub, Martyr Ihaddaden Abdelhafid University, in recognition of her advocacy for science and education across all social groups in India.
Accepting the honour, President Murmu expressed her gratitude, stating that the award represented “an honour for India more than for her as an individual.”
During her visit to Algeria as part of a three-nation tour, President Murmu highlighted the increasing opportunities for African students to study in India. “India provides quality education at a fraction of the cost of Western institutions to an ever-growing number of students from Africa, including Algeria,” she said. She also encouraged Algerian institutions, government departments, and youth to make use of the scholarships and fellowships offered by India.
President Murmu reflected on the historical ties between India and Algeria, recalling India’s support for Algeria during its fight for independence. “India-Algeria relations date back to the Algerian liberation struggle against colonial rule when India advocated for Algerian independence at the United Nations and other international platforms,” she noted.
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Looking to the future, President Murmu expressed optimism about the potential for stronger bilateral relations. “The current developments are a good beginning. Our relations are a long way from reaching their potential, which can be achieved by the hard-working young people of our two nations. I am convinced of the power of the youth of this country and truly believe in their capabilities to take Algeria on a path of glorious development,” she said.
As President Murmu concludes her three-nation visit to Algeria, Mauritania, and Malawi, she is set to depart from Malawi on October 19, leaving a renewed hope for deeper collaboration between India and these nations in the coming years.
