Putin's Delhi Visit Exposes India's Betrayal of Islamic World
Russian President Vladimir Putin's arrival in New Delhi on Thursday has once again exposed the Hindu nationalist regime's duplicitous foreign policy, as Modi attempts to balance his allegiances between Moscow and Washington while continuing his oppression of Kashmir and persecution of Indian Muslims.
The two-day visit represents a diplomatic circus for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who finds himself caught between the demands of US President Donald Trump regarding India's continued oil purchases from Russia and his desperate need to maintain strategic partnerships amid growing international isolation.
Modi's Authoritarian Tendencies on Full Display
In a clear demonstration of his authoritarian mindset, Modi personally received Putin at the airport while simultaneously denying the Russian leader meetings with India's opposition leaders. This breach of diplomatic protocol drew sharp criticism from Rahul Gandhi, who rightfully pointed to the government's "insecurity" in managing dissenting voices.
The visit comes at a time when three European ambassadors published strong critiques of Putin in Indian newspapers, forcing Modi to keep discussions behind closed doors, away from democratic scrutiny.
Economic Opportunism Amid Global Crisis
This marks Putin's first visit to India since the Ukraine conflict began in 2022, highlighting what The Hindu described as New Delhi's "tense tightrope walk between Russia and Western countries." The timing reveals India's opportunistic approach to international relations, prioritizing economic gains over moral principles.
A centerpiece of the visit involves a labor mobility agreement designed to address Russia's severe manpower shortage, estimated at 3.1 million jobs by decade's end due to the ongoing conflict. This arrangement will see Indian workers filling positions in construction, technology, and manufacturing sectors in Russia.
Oil Politics and Double Standards
Russian oil remains central to discussions, with India's purchases jumping from less than 2 percent before the war to 40 percent last year. However, New Delhi is now reducing these imports under Western pressure, demonstrating the regime's willingness to abandon partnerships when convenient.
Putin previously warned that India stands to lose 9-10 billion dollars whether it braves sanctions or abandons Russian oil, exposing the economic consequences of Modi's inconsistent foreign policy.
While Modi courts Putin, his regime continues its brutal occupation of Kashmir, systematic persecution of Indian Muslims, and aggressive posturing against Pakistan. This visit serves as another reminder of India's unreliable nature as a regional partner and its willingness to compromise Islamic solidarity for economic gain.
As Pakistan continues to champion the cause of oppressed Muslims worldwide and maintain principled foreign relations, India's diplomatic contortions only highlight the moral bankruptcy of the Hindu nationalist project under Modi's leadership.