**Summary:**
On September 17, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from Russian Federation President Vladimir Putin. President Putin extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Modi on his 75th birthday. Prime Minister Modi reciprocated with appreciation for the wishes and the ongoing friendship between the two nations. Discussions focused on the bilateral agenda in anticipation of the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. Prime Minister Modi expressed India's support for a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine and conveyed his anticipation of welcoming President Putin to India later in the year. Both leaders committed to maintaining close communication. This information was released by PIB Delhi at 7:20 PM on September 17, 2025, with Release ID: 2167741.
Key Entities Referenced
Prime Minister's Office: The office of the Prime Minister of India, responsible for supporting the Prime Minister in their duties.
President Putin: The President of the Russian Federation, a key figure in bilateral relations with India.
India: A nation playing a role in the resolution of the Ukraine conflict and hosting the India-Russia Annual Summit.
Ukraine: The location of the Ukraine conflict, for which India supports a peaceful resolution.
Narendra Modi: The Prime Minister of India.
Russian Federation: The country represented by President Vladimir Putin, engaging in bilateral discussions with India.
Vladimir Putin: The President of the Russian Federation.
Delhi: Location in India of press release by PIB. State not specified.
Prime Minister's Office
President Putin conveys warm wishes on Prime
Minister’s birthday
PM reiterates India’s full support for peaceful
resolution of the Ukraine conflict
PM looks forward to welcoming President Putin to
India later this year
Posted On: 17 SEP 2025 7:20PM by PIB Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call today from the President of the Russian
Federation, H.E. Mr. Vladimir Putin.
President Putin warmly conveyed his greetings on Prime Minister’s 75th birthday. Prime Minister expressed
his heartfelt appreciation for his wishes and enduring friendship.
The two leaders took stock of various issues on the bilateral agenda in run up to 23rd India-Russia Annual
Summit. Prime Minister conveyed that he looks forward to welcoming President Putin to India later this year.
Prime Minister reiterated India’s full support for peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict.
The leaders agreed to remain in close touch.
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(Release ID: 2167741)