Putin Arrives in India for 18th BRICS Summit
India has warmly welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin for the 18th BRICS Summit, marking another significant moment in the longstanding strategic partnership between India and Russia.
Warmly welcome President Vladimir Putin of Russia for the 18th BRICS Summit. He was received by MoS @KVSinghMPGonda at the airport.
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) September 10, 2026
India and Russia share multifaceted and longstanding ties anchored in Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.#BRICS2026 #BRICSIndia2026… pic.twitter.com/pwxcO2aHLt
MEA Official Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared the update on social media, saying President Putin was received at the airport by Minister of State and Gonda MP K. V. Singh.
Jaiswal described the India-Russia relationship as one built on multifaceted and longstanding ties, anchored in the countries’ Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.
Putin’s arrival for the BRICS Summit comes as India hosts leaders from the grouping, providing an important platform for discussions on global economic cooperation, strategic issues and strengthening partnerships among BRICS members.
The participation of the Russian President also highlights the continued importance of India-Russia relations within the broader BRICS framework.