Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday for lifting millions of people out of poverty [1].
The statement underscores the strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between Moscow and New Delhi as India asserts itself as a global power. By highlighting India's internal development, Russia signals its support for Modi's leadership and the country's current economic trajectory.
During a press briefing in Moscow, Peskov said that 250 million people have been lifted out of poverty during the tenure of Mr. Modi [1]. He said India is one of the world's leading economic powers, noting that the nation currently possesses some of the fastest rates of growth and development [3].
Peskov also highlighted a significant political milestone reached by the Indian leader. He said that Narendra Modi has become India's longest-serving elected prime minister, surpassing the record of 4,398 days previously held by Jawaharlal Nehru [2].
The praise comes as India continues to balance its strategic partnerships across the East and West. The Kremlin's focus on these specific metrics, poverty reduction and political longevity, suggests a desire to align Russian rhetoric with the domestic successes of the Modi administration.
Russia's acknowledgment of India's economic status reflects a broader shift in global trade and influence. The Kremlin's public commendation serves as a diplomatic gesture to maintain stability in the bilateral relationship during a period of geopolitical volatility.
“"During Mr. Modi's tenure, 250 million people have been lifted out of poverty."”
This public endorsement from the Kremlin reinforces the strategic partnership between Russia and India. By validating Modi's domestic achievements and his historic tenure, Russia is positioning itself as a supportive ally of India's rise as a leading economic power, potentially seeking to ensure continued cooperation despite international pressures.
