From Putin to Obama: PM Modi’s memorable welcomes to top foreign dignitaries- In pics

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Russian President Vladimir Putin at Delhi’s Palam airport on Thursday evening. He personally greeted a number of foreign dignitaries at airports over the years as a particular gesture. Here's full list of international dignitaries received by PM Modi at airports

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Recently, PM Modi also greeted Russian President Vladimir Putin at Delhi’s Palam Airport with a warm handshake and hug for his two-day state visit.

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On February 17 this year, PM Modi personally welcomed the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, at Indira Gandhi International Airport during his two-day visit to India.

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On January 9, 2024, he received UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan upon his arrival for the Vibrant Gujarat summit.

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In February 2020, PM Modi greeted then US President Donald Trump at Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport with a warm hug.

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In September 2017, he welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe at the same airport, followed by a roadshow and bilateral summit.

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In April 2017, PM Modi received Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at Indira Gandhi International Airport.

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On January 25, 2015, he personally welcomed US President Barack Obama during his visit for India’s Republic Day celebrations. (All images: X/ANI)