Aug 15, 08:00 AM

Putin Salutes India, Cites Strong Ties in Independence Day Greeting

Russian President Vladimir Putin marked India’s 79th Independence Day by sending formal greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In his message, Putin praised India’s “widely recognised success” in socio-economic, scientific and technological fields and said Moscow “highly values” the countries’ “special, privileged strategic partnership.” French President Emmanuel Macron also extended congratulations, recalling Modi’s visit to Paris in February and expressing interest in further deepening bilateral cooperation toward 2047. The messages add to the series of global well-wishes India receives each year on 15 August, underscoring New Delhi’s expanding international relationships.