Day two of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit is set to begin with a packed schedule of official engagements in New Delhi. The visit marks his first trip to India since the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and carries significant diplomatic weight for both nations.
President Vladimir Putin's schedule for Friday includes a ceremonial reception at the Presidential Palace at 11:00 AM, a wreath-laying ceremony at Rajghat at 11:30 AM, a summit meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House at 11:50 AM, followed by a press statement at 1:50 PM, a business event at 3:40 PM, a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan at 7:00 PM, and his departure from New Delhi at 9:00 PM.
Day 2: Putin's India Visit Schedule Today
Here’s a look at President Putin’s key engagements on Friday, December 5:
- -11:00 am: Ceremonial reception at Raj Bhavan.
- -11:30 am: Wreath-laying at Rajghat in tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.
- -11:50 am: High-level summit talks with PM Modi at Hyderabad House.
- -1:50 pm: Press statements from both leaders following the talks.
- -3:40 pm: Business event (venue TBC).
- -7:00 pm: Meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- -9:00 pm: Departure from New Delhi.
23rd India-Russia Annual Summit
The talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin at Hyderabad House are expected to focus on trade, defense cooperation, and regional stability, reflecting the long-standing strategic partnership between India and Russia amid changing global circumstances.
Day 1 Visit Recap | Modi Breaks Protocol To Welcome Putin
In a special gesture, PM Modi broke security protocol and personally went to Delhi airport to receive his friend, Putin. The two leaders met with warm smiles and hugs, after which they traveled together in the same car. The two leaders were seen talking and laughing in the car as they headed to PM Modi's residence at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi for dinner.
