From Indian tricolour at Ostankino Tower to Dhol: How Russia welcomed PM Modi in Moscow - WATCH

Moscow: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s bilateral talks with President Vladimir Putin, the Ostankino Tower - one of the tallest towers in Europe located in Moscow, was illuminated in the Indian tricolour on Monday evening, in a tribute to the Indian PM’s visit.

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Moscow to hold the 22nd #India-#Russia Annual Summit with President Vladimir Putin, the #OstankinoTower, one of the tallest towers in Europe, was illuminated in the tricolour of the Indian flag.#Moscow #Russia @narendramodi… pic.twitter.com/0vE8nOMD2Z

— United News of India (@uniindianews) July 9, 2024

Adding to the festive atmosphere, Russian artistes were seen beating the dhol and rehearsing dance steps to Indian songs at the iconic Red Square, which is situated in the heart of the city. This place is a symbol of the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

#WATCH | Russia: Russian artists in Moscow beat dhol and rehearse ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival to the country.

PM Modi will be on a two-day official visit to Russia on July 8 & 9, to hold the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit with President Putin in Moscow. pic.twitter.com/q7sEF1DWfB

— ANI (@ANI) July 8, 2024

Ahead of Indian PM Modi's Russia visit, infront of the Red Square & Kremlin in Moscow. They are preparing for a cultural welcome for the Indian PM. - WIONews.

PZ - This is "Amritras Moscow Project" dance group. They perform on indian songs wherever they go. pic.twitter.com/23KSzjgldL

— (@_VK86) July 8, 2024

A group of the Indian diaspora was seen gathered in front of PM Modi’s hotel, the Carlton, expressing their support and enthusiasm at his visit.

PM Modi is set to hold the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit with President Putin on Tuesday, which will see the two leaders hold informal talks followed by delegation level talks.

The summit will focus on various aspects of bilateral cooperation, including defence and cultural exchange, aiming to strengthen and expand the multifaceted partnership between the two countries.