New Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up his two-day State visit to India on Friday, departing from Delhi after a busy round of high-level talks, major announcements and warm personal gestures. External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar was at the airport to see him off, marking the formal conclusion of a significant diplomatic engagement.
#WATCH | Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin leaves from Delhi after concluding his 2-day State visit to India
EAM Dr S Jaishankar sees him off at the airport pic.twitter.com/KR2vRfSMLg
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During the visit, India and Russia unveiled the 2030 Economic Cooperation Roadmap, strengthened collaboration across defence, energy and technology, and launched RT India, Moscow’s largest global media expansion.
But beyond official talks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi set an unusually personal tone — most notably by presenting President Putin with a Russian-translated edition of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita, along with a curated selection of Indian artisanal treasures symbolising the depth of India’s cultural heritage.
Modi’s Special Gifts to President Putin
Srimad Bhagavad Gita (Russian Edition)
Modi gifted Putin a translated edition of the Gita, underscoring India’s spiritual traditions and the shared civilisational respect between the two nations.
Handcrafted Silver Horse — Maharashtra
A finely detailed silver horse statue representing India’s traditional metalwork excellence.
Murshidabad Ornate Silver Tea Set — West Bengal
An intricately engraved tea set reflecting Bengal’s rich craftsmanship and the cultural importance of tea in both India and Russia.
Marble Chess Set — Agra (ODOP)
A handcrafted marble chessboard that blends heritage stone-inlay artistry with functional elegance.
Premium Kashmiri Saffron (Kong/Zaffran)
Among the finest in the world, Kashmir’s saffron is revered for its deep colour, fragrance and culinary significance.
Fine Assam Black Tea
Sourced from the Brahmaputra plains, the tea is known for its strong malty flavour and bright liquor — a hallmark of India’s global tea identity.
These gifts, chosen from India’s One District One Product (ODOP) offerings, highlighted the Prime Minister’s emphasis on blending tradition with diplomacy.
A Visit Packed With Strategic Signals
Putin’s trip — his first to India since the start of the Ukraine conflict — reaffirmed the steady momentum in India–Russia relations. Key highlights included:
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Signing of the Vision 2030 Roadmap for long-term economic engagement
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Reaffirmation of the goal to reach $100 billion bilateral trade by 2030
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Assurance of uninterrupted energy supplies to India
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Deepening cooperation in defence production, AI, space and critical minerals
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Push for an India–EAEU Free Trade Agreement
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High-level discussions on terrorism, global order and the Ukraine conflict
As President Putin’s aircraft took off from Delhi, the visit left behind a strong message — India and Russia are gearing up for a refreshed, strategically aligned partnership built on trust, history and evolving global realities.
