Indian-origin Russian MLA Abhay Kumar Singh has described Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to New Delhi as “very significant”, emphasising that the entire world is watching the deepening partnership between India and Russia. Speaking ahead of the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit, Singh highlighted that the visit had been anticipated for nearly eight months and reflects the exceptional stability and trust between the two nations.
‘A unique, dispute-free partnership’
Singh reiterated that India and Russia have enjoyed a consistently warm relationship for 70–80 years, marked by the absence of territorial conflicts and strengthened by long-standing political and defence cooperation. He said this history of trust distinguishes the partnership globally, even as geopolitical alignments continue to shift.
He noted that Russia’s engagement with both India and China is evolving “to a new level”, underscoring the importance of collective stability in a rapidly multipolar world. According to Singh, India’s balanced diplomacy positions it as a crucial player in shaping regional and global security.
Major Russian delegation expected for talks
Ahead of the summit, Singh confirmed that a high-level Russian delegation— including Russia’s Health Minister—is travelling to India for extensive discussions on health systems, defence, and advanced technology collaboration.
One of the central themes of the visit, he indicated, will be the expansion of defence procurement and technological exchange. Singh stressed the importance of signing new defence contracts that could strengthen India’s strategic readiness. He specifically mentioned the relevance of advanced systems such as the S-500 air-defence platform, which he believes would significantly enhance India’s air-shielding capabilities if acquired.
Modi–Putin camaraderie enhances global perception
The Russian MLA praised the strong personal rapport between President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that their mutual respect has further cemented bilateral trust. He remarked that “the whole world is watching” because the India–Russia relationship continues to remain stable even as the international order faces major disruptions.
Singh added that after the dissolution of the USSR, the global system increasingly moved toward a multipolar design, making strong bilateral relationships like the one between India and Russia vital for global balance. He said this summit is expected to reinforce that direction while opening new avenues for cooperation in next-generation technology, health partnerships, and defence modernisation.