Relations between Russia and India are being tested. Russia has also been mentioned in the songs of Indian Hindi films. Russia has stood with India on many occasions. India and Russia have remained close even in changing times. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Russia a few months ago, and his wonderful chemistry with President Vladimir Putin was clearly visible during his visit. Now Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India. Countries around the world are closely watching Putin’s visit to India. Putin’s visit to India is important Russian President Putin’s visit to India is considered very important in many ways, especially in the midst of the changing world situation, especially the Ukraine war and the balance of power in Asia. Relations between India and Russia are decades old. From defense to trade, business to strategic partnership, both the countries have always been close to each other. Putin’s visit to India is also an indication of the strength of this relationship. So, let us understand why Putin’s visit to India is special and how strong the relations between the two countries are. Russia stands with its friend. Actually, Russian President Putin’s visit to India is not just a formal visit. Putin’s visit clearly shows that Russia stands with its old friend in Asia and wants to deepen relations. This is a time when Russia’s relations with Western countries cannot be considered normal. At such a time, the importance of friendship in Asia, and especially within it, the India-Russia friendship, becomes even greater. History of India-Russia relations India and Russia have their own history. This relationship is almost 70 years old. The Indo-Soviet Friendship Treaty of 1971 is a good example of their friendship. Moreover, Russia has always had no hesitation in supplying military technology and weapons to India. Russia has supported India’s space program, and the energy sector is an important partnership between the two countries. The world has changed, and friends have changed, but the trust in the old diplomatic relations between India and Russia is still visible. India and Russia are together in the defense sector. Defense is a sector that can be called the backbone of India-Russia partnership. This can be understood from the fact that around 60 to 70 percent of the equipment of the Indian Army is still based on Russian technology. These include S-400 missile system, BrahMos supersonic missile, T-90 tank, MiG and Sukhoi fighter jets and Akula class nuclear submarine. This area is expected to expand further during President Putin’s visit to India. Growing partnership in the energy sector In recent times, Russia has gone beyond defense and also become an important partner of India in the energy sector. During the Ukraine war, India bought oil from Russia, overcoming American opposition. India is now one of the largest oil buyers from Russia. Apart from this, cooperation between the two countries in nuclear power projects is also increasing. The Kudankulam nuclear power plant in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu is being built with the help of Russia. Ukraine war can be discussed. Russia is currently engaged in a war with Ukraine. Even in this difficult situation, India has maintained balanced and practical relations with Russia. India did not openly support Russia, but neither did it vote against it in the United Nations. India has always emphasized dialogue and diplomatic solutions. Putin’s visit to India could also lead to talks about the war situation between the two countries, and Putin would like to maintain strategic balance between India and Russia. Will there be any major agreements between India and Russia? Major agreements may be signed between India and Russia during the visit of President Vladimir Putin. This includes a possible deal on new variants of the BrahMos missile as well as the S-500 air defense system. During this period, both the countries may also make agreements on new helicopters or fighter jets. Apart from this, increasing cooperation in new nuclear energy projects and chips, IT and cyber security can also be considered. The agreements reached during Putin’s visit will also determine the future direction of India-Russia relations.