Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday conveyed birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting his role in strengthening the longstanding strategic partnership between India and Russia.
In a message shared by the Russian Embassy in India, Putin said Modi commands “great authority on the global stage” and praised his contribution to bilateral ties.
“It is impossible to overstate your personal contribution to strengthening the special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia,” Putin said.
Putin also thanked Modi for the welcome extended to him and the Russian delegation during their recent visit to New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit.
✉️ #Russia’s President Vladimir Putin sent a message to #India’s Prime Minister @narendramodi warmly congratulating him on his birthday (September 17, 2026)
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#RussiaIndia
#DruzhbaDosti https://t.co/QoWdqLCiKp— Russia in India 🇷🇺 (@RusEmbIndia) September 17, 2026
Describing his discussions with Modi as “substantive, frank, and productive”, Putin said the talks once again reflected the Prime Minister’s “extraordinary political wisdom and foresight”.
The Russian President said Moscow and New Delhi would continue constructive engagement on key bilateral and international matters.
The message came days after Putin’s visit to New Delhi for the BRICS Summit, held on September 12 and 13.
