As Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to participate in the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia’s Kazan, he was welcomed with devotional welcome by locals singing a Krishna Bhajan for him. He arrived at a Hotel in Kazan for the BRICS Summit, where he was received by Russian citizens in a heartwarming display of cultural exchange.
The bhajan is a devotional song dedicated to Lord Krishna, attracting attendees, and highlighting the shared appreciation for spirituality and cultural heritage between the two countries. Furthermore, PM Modi expressed his gratitude by acknowledging the significance of such gestures in improving international relations. The Prime Minister on Tuesday arrived here to attend the 16th BRICS Summit, where he is likely to hold bilateral meetings, including with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
#WATCH | Russian nationals sing Krishna Bhajan before Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as they welcome him to Kazan, Russia. pic.twitter.com/GuapkcVlnH
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“Landed in Kazan for the BRICS Summit. This is an important Summit, and the discussions here will contribute to a better planet,” Modi posted on X after landing here. “PM @narendramodi lands in the heritage city of Kazan, Russia. On arrival, the PM was warmly received by the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov,” Ministry of External Affairs posted on X.
Being hosted by Russia, the summit is being seen as an attempt by non-Western powers to project their clout amid the conflict in Ukraine and the escalating situation in West Asia.
The 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan is being held under the chairmanship of Russia from October 22-24. During his visit, PM Modi is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts from BRICS member countries and invited leaders in Kazan.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, ‘The Summit, themed ‘Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security’ will provide an important platform for leaders to discuss key global issues. It further said, ‘The Summit will offer a valuable opportunity to assess the progress of initiatives launched by BRICS and to identify potential areas for future collaboration’.
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