Pm Modi-Putin Meeting: You have devoted your whole life for public service – Russian President Vladimir Putin

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi flew into Moscow and warmly hugged President Vladimir Putin on a visit that treads a fine line between maintaining a relationship with Moscow and courting closer Western security ties.

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New Delhi – Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Vladimir Putin on Monday as he arrived for his first trip to Moscow since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The bonhomie between two leaders was on full display as they shared a warm hug and firm handshake before heading for tea at Putin’s Novo-Ogaryovo residence. During his interaction with Modi, Putin heaped praises on the Indian PM, saying he has devoted his whole life for public service and he is doing good for India.The Russian president also congratulated the Indian PM on his re-election and said he is happy to him in Moscow.
“You have great energy and you are doing good for India. I congratulate on your re-election for third time. This is because of your work. You have devoted your whole life for public service,” the Russian President told Modi during a “private engagement”.“Most important is 23 million kids are born every year in India. This means Indians plan for their future. This means that Indians are secure of their future. I am very happy to see you,” he added.
The Indian PM said that India has reaffirmed trust in his government’s policies for the nation. He also expressed gratitude to Putin for inviting him to Russia for the talks.
“Indian election was very important. 65 crore people have voted. After around 60 years, third time a government has been elected. This was earlier done by Nehru and this time I have been blessed by my country’s people. It is good to come to a friend’s house. You (Putin) invited me to have dinner and chat with me,” Modi said.
Modi on Monday began a two-day high-profile visit to Russia to hold summit talks with President Vladimir Putin. He was received at the Moscow airport by Russian first deputy minister Denis Manturov (who also had received Chinese President Xi Jinping during his visit to Russia earlier) and also received a Guard of Honour at the airport.