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Inside Putin's India visit: You wont believe what's on the agenda!

by Trans World Features | @twfindia 04 Dec 2025, 06:43 am

New Delhi : Russian President Vladimir Putin will arrive in India on Thursday for a two-day visit, during which he will hold key bilateral discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, media reports said.

The visit comes on PM Modi’s invitation and includes the 23rd India–Russia annual summit.

Putin will begin his trip with a private dinner hosted by PM Modi, setting the stage for informal discussions before the formal engagements.

Putin’s Itinerary

1. Private dinner with PM Modi

Putin will be hosted by the Prime Minister soon after he lands, where the two leaders are expected to hold informal conversations on bilateral ties.

2. Ceremonial welcome on Friday

The Russian President will receive an official reception in New Delhi.

3. Visit to Rajghat

Putin will pay homage at Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial.

4. Annual summit at Hyderabad House

The key component of the visit, the 23rd India–Russia annual summit, will take place where both leaders will review defence, energy and strategic cooperation.

5. Lunch hosted by PM Modi

The formal summit will be followed by a lunch in honour of the Russian President.

Agenda: What Will Be Discussed?

1. Fast-tracking defence deliveries

India is likely to push for quicker delivery of pending military hardware after delays caused by the war in Ukraine.

2. Additional S-400 systems

Two more squadrons of the S-400 air defence system are expected by mid-2026; further timelines may be firmed up.

3. Possible discussion on Su-57

The Kremlin has indicated that India’s interest in Russia’s fifth-generation Su-57 fighter jet may come up during talks.

4. Energy security amid US sanctions

India’s continued purchase of discounted Russian oil and its impact amid American sanctions will be an important talking point.

5. Ukraine conflict briefing

Putin is expected to update PM Modi on recent diplomatic developments between Russia and the United States regarding the Ukraine war.