Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to receive the prestigious Order of St Andrew the Apostle the First-Called during his visit to Moscow, on Tuesday. This honour, initially bestowed upon him in 2019 at the St Catherine’s Hall of the Moscow Kremlin, recognizes his significant role in encouraging a privileged strategic partnership between Russia and Bharat, as well as enhancing friendly relations between the two nations.
Established in 1698 by Tsar Peter the Great, the Order of St Andrew is reserved for exceptional civilian or military service. It commemorates Saint Andrew, the first apostle of Jesus and the patron saint of Russia.
The Russian Embassy in Bharat stated in 2019, “On April 12, Narendra Modi was decorated with the Order of St Andrew the Apostle for exceptional services in promoting special & privileged strategic partnership between Russia and Bharat and friendly relations between the Russian and Indian peoples.”
President Putin praised PM Modi’s achievements in strengthening bilateral ties, accentuating their shared commitment to cooperation. In response, PM Modi expressed gratitude, highlighting the deep-rooted friendship between Bharat and Russia and affirming a promising future for their partnership.
During his current visit, PM Modi will pay homage at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and participate in the 22nd Bharat-Russia annual summit, aimed at further solidifying the enduring bond between the two nations.
