Prime Minister Modi, who went to Russia to participate in the BRICS summit, was warmly welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The 16th summit of BRICS, which consists of 5 countries namely Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, is being held today and tomorrow in Kazan, Russia. On this occasion, Prime Minister Modi, who went to Russia, was given an enthusiastic welcome at the Kazan airport on behalf of the country.
Later, Prime Minister Modi went to the hotel where he was staying and had a discussion with the people of Indian origin who welcomed him there. At that time, Russian women welcomed Prime Minister Modi in traditional Indian fashion.
Then a traditional Russian dance was performed to welcome Prime Minister Modi. Prime Minister Modi, who saw it with interest, applauded the dancers.
Later, Russian President Vladimir Putin met Narendra Modi and greeted him with a warm welcome. The two leaders then held talks. Speaking on the occasion, Russian President Putin thanked Prime Minister Modi for accepting the invitation to visit Kazan.