Russian President Vladimir Putin touches down in New Delhi on Thursday evening for a tightly packed, 28-hour state visit, his first trip to India since the Ukraine war began in February 2022. Across two days, he meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi twice, calls on President Droupadi Murmu, addresses a business gathering, and launches a new India channel of Russian broadcaster RT.

Here’s a clear look at Putin’s schedule in India: What happens when, where, and with whom.

Day 1: Thursday, December 4, 2025 - Arrival and private dinner

18:35 hrs – Arrival in Delhi at Air Force Station Palam

What’s planned: Putin lands in New Delhi at around 6:35 PM.

Night – Private dinner with PM Modi at Prime Minister’s residence, Lok Kalyan Marg

What’s planned: Modi hosts Putin for a private dinner

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