President Ram Nath Kovind today said, India is always ready to support the socio-economic development of Maldives. He said India and Maldives enjoy a unique special, close and friendly relationship. <br />''<br />''<br />''Mr Kovind said, India's vision of inclusive development also extends to our neighbourhood including the Maldives. Foreign Affairs Minister of Maldives Abdulla Shahid today called on President Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhavan. <br />'' <br />''The President noted that the government of Maldives has launched a 100-day action plan that is people-centric and aimed at transforming the lives of the people of Maldives. He said India will support the government of Maldives' efforts and work in alignment with its identified priorities.<br />''<br />''<br />