Putin arrives in India; ceremonial welcome on Friday

RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Thursday evening to further expand India-Russia ties.

Putin's visit to India assumes greater importance as it is taking place against the backdrop of Trump tariffs.

The Russian leader will be in Delhi for nearly 27 hours. Modi will also host a private dinner for Putin.

On Friday, Putin will be accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan before the 23rd India-Russia summit.

Putin will also visit Rajghat in the morning.

The focus of the summit meeting between Modi and Putin on Friday is likely to be closely watched.

Modi will also host a working lunch for the Russian leader and his delegation at Hyderabad House, the venue for the summit.

S Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) said that he think there are many areas where India and Russia can collaborate, including in the technology space, in the area of cyber security, artificial intelligence, and in the area of a trusted value chain for electronics manufacture.

Putin's India visit schedule

Friday, 05 December 2025

1100 hrs
Ceremonial Reception
Venue: Rashtrapati Bhavan

11:30 hrs
Wreath Laying
Venue: Rajghat

1150 hrs

Meeting with Prime Minister
Venue: Hyderabad House
1350 hrs

Press Statements
Venue: Hyderabad House

1540 hrs
Business Event
Venue: TBC

1900 hrs
Meeting with President
Venue: Rashtrapati Bhavan

2100 hrs
Departure