New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended a warm welcome to President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is on a state visit to India from Jan 24-26 at the invitation of PM Modi.

President Sisi, who is on his second visit to India, will also be the Chief Guest on India’s 74th Republic Day.

The Prime Minister tweeted: "Warm welcome to India, President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. Your historic visit to India as Chief Guest for our Republic Day celebrations is a matter of immense happiness for all Indians. Look forward to our discussions tomorrow. @AlsisiOfficial."