In a post on X sharing Putin’s message, the Russian Embassy said the Russian President warmly congratulated Modi on his 76th birthday, which falls on September 17.
In his message, Putin said Modi enjoys “deep respect” among his compatriots and has “great authority on the global stage.”
“It is impossible to overstate your personal contribution to strengthening the special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia,” Putin said.
The Russian President also thanked Modi for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him and the Russian delegation during his visit to New Delhi last week.
“I would like to express my gratitude for the warm and cordial welcome and hospitality extended to me and the Russian delegation during my visit to New Delhi last week,” Putin said.
Referring to his discussions with Modi, Putin described the talks as “substantive, frank, and productive.”
“As always, it was a genuine pleasure to talk with you, and our discussions once again demonstrated your extraordinary political wisdom and foresight,” he added.
Putin further said that Russia and India would continue their constructive engagement on bilateral and international issues in the interests of the two countries.
“We will, of course, continue our constructive cooperation on pressing bilateral and international issues for the benefit of our friendly nations,” the Russian President said.
Putin’s birthday message comes days after his visit to India for the 18th BRICS Summit, held in New Delhi from September 12 to 13.
During the summit, Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s position that dialogue and diplomacy are the way forward for resolving conflicts and said New Delhi remains ready to contribute to peace efforts.
