Putin Lauds PM Modi: ‘India Is Lucky To Have a Leader Like Him’

On his visit to New Delhi, Russian President Vladimir Putin applauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying India is lucky to have a political leader like him who thinks and lives for his nation. 

During an interview with the media, Putin said that he shares a deep bond of trust with the Indian Prime Minister. He called him a reliable leader who is deeply concerned about his country’s development. 

Meeting with Modi is always fascinating, says Putin

According to Putin, Modi is placing great emphasis on improving relations between the countries, focusing on multiple areas such as trade, technology, defence, and humanitarian work. 

The Russian President also added that his meeting with Modi is always fascinating. He said this while mentioning Modi’s previous visit to Moscow, during which they had a warm, personal conversation. 

Putin shared that during that visit, they discussed many things and had an evening tea. It was a very amicable, human conversation.

During his two-day visit to New Delhi at Modi’s invitation. The main intent of his visit was to bolster the long-standing partnership between India and Russia amid global political tensions.

The areas in which talks stressed are mainly trade, defence, and technology cooperation. 

Friendly Gestures Between Leaders Catch Global Attention

On his visit to New Delhi, Modi personally greeted him with a warm hug at the airport. 

The two leaders then drove together in a car and later had a private dinner. Three months ago, during the SCO summit in Tianjin, China, Putin himself drove the car with PM Modi by his side. 

The friendly gesture caught worldwide attention, especially amid geopolitical tensions and US tariff pressure on India over Russian oil imports.

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Putin denies Russia’s role in initiating the Ukraine conflict

In an interview with the media, Putin straightaway denied Russia's role in initiating the Ukraine war. 

According to him, under the Western influence, Ukraine blamed Russia and dragged it into the four-year-long conflict. 

Putin further stated that Russia had made every effort to resolve the issue through peaceful means, but when it failed, the country had to intervene in the war. 

He, in fact, blamed Ukraine for initiating violence against the people of the Donbas region. 

Putin said the West never showed pity and sympathy for the people of Donbas, who were victims for eight years. It was Russia who recognised these republics and supported them.

Check out the video of Putin visiting Raj Ghat in Delhi, to pay tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi.

FAQs

Q: What type of deals are going to happen in India with Russia?

A: India and Russia are expected to sign deals on defence, trade, technology, and humanitarian partnerships.

Q: What do the West say about that?

A: The West has raised concerns about India’s strengthening ties with Russia, amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Q: When is Putin going to stay?

A: Vladimir Putin has come for a two-day visit (December 4 - December 5) to India on the invitation of Indian PM Narendra Modi.

Q: What type of security does Vladimir Putin use?

A: Vladimir Putin uses high-level and multi-layered security. It includes personal bodyguards, fighter escorts, advanced electronic surveillance, and armoured vehicles.

Q: Is a Putin Arrest warrant released in an American allied Nation?

A: Yes, ICC (International Criminal Court) has issued an international arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin. 

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