PM Modi Dials President Vladimir Putin Amid Escalating Tensions Between Russia and Ukraine

The leaders agreed that their officials and diplomatic teams would continue to maintain regular contacts on issues of topical interest.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday dialed Russian President Vladimir amid the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine. According to the MEA, President Putin briefed Prime Minister about the recent developments regarding Ukraine. Prime Minister reiterated his long-standing conviction that the differences between Russia and the NATO group can only be resolved through honest and sincere dialogue.

Prime Minister appealed for an immediate cessation of violence, and called for concerted efforts from all sides to return to the path of diplomatic negotiations and dialogue.

Prime Minister also sensitised the Russian President about India’s concerns regarding the safety of the Indian citizens in Ukraine, especially students, and conveyed that India attaches the highest priority to their safe exit and return to India. The leaders agreed that their officials and diplomatic teams would continue to maintain regular contacts on issues of topical interest.

Earlier today, Ukraine envoy to India Igor Polikha sought PM Modi’s intervention amid the Russian invasion. Urging PM Modi to take steps to solve the crisis, Igor Polikha said, “India has a special relationship with Russia and New Delhi can play a more active role in controlling the situation.” “We urge PM Narendra Modi to immediately contact Russian President Vladimir Putin and our President Volodymyr Zelensky,” Ukrainian Ambassador Igor Polikha said.

“I don’t know how many world leaders Putin may listen to but, the status of Modi ji makes me hopeful. Because of his strong voice, Putin would at least think it over. We are expecting a much more favourable attitude from the Indian Government,” he said.