Putin’s first 2 minutes on Indian soil, PM Modi’s special style of friendship will win hearts

Modi Receive Putin: When Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India on Monday night, his first two minutes from the airport were enough to show a glimpse of India-Russia friendship. Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself stepped forward and welcomed Putin warmly—with a handshake, a light touch on the shoulder and a smile befitting an old friend, not a formal guest. This special “friendly style” of Modi in front of Putin shows the depth of India-Russia relations, which has remained intact despite the changing equations of international politics for decades. Both the leaders were seen in constant conversation while leaving the airport, which made it clear that this is not just a diplomatic visit, but a dialogue full of personal trust and spontaneity. These initial moments indicated that whatever discussion will be held on strategic, economic and defense cooperation during this visit, its foundation will be strengthened by mutual trust and warmth.

New Delhi. When Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India on Monday night, his first two minutes from the airport were enough to show a glimpse of India-Russia friendship. Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself stepped forward and welcomed Putin warmly—with a handshake, a light touch on the shoulder and a smile befitting an old friend, not a formal guest. This special “friendly style” of Modi in front of Putin shows the depth of India-Russia relations, which has remained intact despite the changing equations of international politics for decades. Both the leaders were seen in constant conversation while leaving the airport, which made it clear that this is not just a diplomatic visit, but a dialogue full of personal trust and spontaneity. These initial moments indicated that whatever discussion will be held on strategic, economic and defense cooperation during this visit, its foundation will be strengthened by mutual trust and warmth.