Russian President Vladimir Putin extended warm Independence Day greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, praising India’s achievements and reaffirming the strength of the India-Russia relationship.
In a message shared by the Russian Embassy in India on X, President Putin lauded India’s progress, saying, “India has achieved widely recognised success in socio-economic, scientific, technical, and other fields. Your country enjoys well-deserved respect on the global stage and actively contributes to addressing key issues on the international agenda.”
Calling the bilateral relationship “special” and “privileged,” Putin expressed confidence that joint efforts would continue to deepen cooperation across multiple sectors. “This aligns fully with the interests of our friendly peoples and supports the strengthening of security and stability both regionally and globally,” he noted.
Russian Ambassador to India Denis Alipov also conveyed his wishes on the occasion, posting, “Dear Indian friends, heartfelt congratulations on the 79th Independence Day! On the anniversary of this milestone in global history, I wish that all the aspirations of the Indian nation, progressing on the path of development and public welfare, be fulfilled. Jai Hind. Jai Russia.”
The messages underscored the long-standing friendship and strategic partnership between India and Russia, built on mutual respect, shared values, and a shared vision for regional and global stability.