BJP chief meets Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov, discusses India-Russia ties
BJP president Nitin Nabin met with Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov to discuss strengthening India-Russia bilateral ties. The meeting followed high-level talks between Prime Minister Modi and President Putin at the SCO Summit.
Why it matters
The meeting highlights the continuity of strategic diplomatic relations between India and Russia amidst shifting global geopolitical alliances.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday (September 1, 2026) met Russian Ambassador to India Denis Alipov at the party headquarters, a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.
“The interaction focused on the long-standing and time-tested India-Russia relationship. Mr. Nabin highlighted the strong personal understanding and trust between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin, noting that their regular high-level interactions have provided sustained momentum to bilateral relations,” the BJP said in a statement.
Mr. Nabin also appreciated Mr. Alipov’s long association with India and his contribution to strengthening ties between the two countries.
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