Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a firm message on the Russia-Ukraine conflict during his bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Highlighting that “every day of war sets humanity back,” PM Modi stressed that the world must transition from a state of “endless war” to the “end of war.”
Key Takeaways from the Bilateral Meet
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The Core Message: PM Modi urged for a swift end to hostilities, stating it is humanity’s collective wish to see the conflict resolved.
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Reaffirming Past Stance: The remarks build upon his landmark 2022 declaration that “this is not an era of war,” reinforcing India’s consistent diplomatic position.
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Emphasis on Diplomacy: Reiterating India’s identity as the “land of Buddha and Gandhi,” the Prime Minister emphasized that New Delhi stands fully prepared to support all peaceful, dialogue-driven efforts to secure permanent peace in the region.
The talks in Bishkek arrive just a week ahead of President Putin’s anticipated visit to New Delhi for the upcoming BRICS summit.
