Putin India Visit Live: Putin departs for India in not one but two identical aircraft on the same route – here’s why security is so tight

Edited by: sadab khan
Agency: america news world

**Putin India Visit Live:** Russian President Vladimir Putin will arrive in India today (Thursday). PM Modi will host him for a private dinner. The 23rd India-Russia Summit will focus on defence, trade, nuclear energy, and issues related to US sanctions. Several important agreements are expected, and Putin will also visit Raj Ghat.

**Putin departs for India; two identical planes flying the same route – know why**

Russian President Vladimir Putin is arriving in India today on a two-day visit, and Delhi is fully prepared for this high-profile trip. This is Putin’s first visit to India after the Ukraine war began, so extremely strict diplomatic, security, and logistical arrangements have been made. Flex boards and Russian flags have been put up across the city to welcome him, while traffic diversions and security layers are already in place.

**Traffic diversions due to Putin’s visit**
Putin is expected to land in Delhi this evening and will go straight from the airport to his hotel on Sardar Patel Marg. Traffic may be affected on NH-8, Dhaula Kuan, and Delhi Cantonment areas. In the evening, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host him for a private dinner, which may slow down traffic around Sardar Patel Marg, Panchsheel Marg, and Shanti Path. Delhi Police has not shared detailed information citing security reasons but has assured that roads will not remain blocked for long.

Friday will be even more challenging as Putin has back-to-back programmes throughout the day. He will visit Raj Ghat in the morning, followed by official meetings at Hyderabad House. There is an event scheduled at Bharat Mandapam in the afternoon, and a state banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the evening. Due to these movements, traffic may be disrupted intermittently in areas like Raj Ghat, ITO, Ring Road, Tilak Marg, India Gate, Bhairon Road, Mathura Road, Mandi House, and Delhi Gate. If required, entry/exit at some metro stations may be temporarily restricted.

**How tight will Putin’s security be?**
Security arrangements are at their peak. As with every foreign trip of Putin, a multi-layered security shield has been prepared. A five-tier security system includes NSG commandos, snipers, jammers, drone surveillance, and AI-based monitoring technology. High-tech facial recognition cameras have been installed at key locations. More than 40 Russian security officials have already arrived in Delhi and are coordinating with NSG and Delhi Police. SPG will provide an additional security ring during meetings with PM Modi.

This visit is being seen as a turning point for India-Russia relations. The 23rd annual summit on Friday will focus on defence cooperation, energy, trade, and the impact of US sanctions. The pace of preparations and the level of security in the capital indicate that this visit is not just diplomatic but strategically very important.

### Live Updates – Putin India Visit

**December 4, 2025 – 15:14 IST**
**Putin will travel in the “wheeled fortress” in India**
The special presidential limousine Aurus Senat of Russian President Vladimir Putin has already reached Delhi ahead of his two-day visit. This is the same ultra-secure armoured limousine in which Putin travels worldwide and is considered the world’s safest armoured vehicle – often called a “moving fortress”.

– Ultra-luxury limousine designed to rival Rolls-Royce and Bentley
– VR10-level ballistic protection (can withstand high-calibre rifle rounds)
– Fully bomb-proof (protected against IEDs, grenades, powerful explosions)
– Protected against chemical attacks with advanced air filtration and emergency oxygen
– Run-flat self-sealing tyres
– 4.4L twin-turbo V8 hybrid engine producing 598 hp and 880 Nm torque
– 0–100 km/h in just 6 seconds despite heavy armour
– Luxury interior with premium leather, wood finish, reclining seats, advanced infotainment, and a mini command centre
– Price of the presidential version: over ₹100 million (ordinary version ~₹30 million)

**December 4, 2025 – 14:42 IST**
**Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov not accompanying Putin**
Reports say Lavrov has been absent from major international events for the past month, sparking health concerns. He has been replaced by deputies or advisers in recent high-level meetings.

**December 4, 2025 – 13:59 IST**
**Two identical aircraft heading towards India so no one knows which one carries Putin**
Open-source flight tracking shows two identical Russian IL-96-300 aircraft (call signs RSD221 and RSD369) flying the same route over Kazakhstan, frequently switching transponders – a classic Russian VVIP decoy tactic.

**December 4, 2025 – 13:26 IST**
**Putin has departed; more than 25 agreements/MoUs expected**
According to Russian agency TASS, over 10 inter-governmental documents and 15+ commercial agreements in energy, technology, education, defence, and economic cooperation are ready for signing.

**December 4, 2025 – 12:09 IST**
**What special Indian dishes were served to Putin on previous visits**
Past menus have featured Kashmiri and Mughlai cuisine: Kashmiri kahwa, haak saag, galouti kebabs, murgh dhaniwal korma, almond shorba, salmon fillet, lamb dishes, paneer-matar makhani, etc.

**December 4, 2025 – 11:05 IST**
**Putin expected to land in Delhi around 4:30 PM today**
He will be hosted for a private dinner by PM Modi shortly after arrival – a return gesture after Modi’s Moscow visit in July.

**December 4, 2025 – 10:06 IST**
**First India visit by Putin after the start of the Ukraine war**
The 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit comes at a time when the US has imposed tough sanctions on India (related to Russian oil and S-400). Focus will be on deepening trade, energy partnership, and defence ties.

**December 4, 2025 – 08:45 IST**
**Flex boards and Russian flags put up across Delhi**

**December 4, 2025 – 08:15 IST**
**This will be Putin’s 10th visit to India**

**December 4, 2025 – 07:45 IST**
**Why Putin’s foreign trips are always highly secretive**
The Federal Protective Service (FSO) treats every detail (food, movement, even bodily waste) as state secret to prevent intelligence leaks about his health.

**December 4, 2025 – 06:00 IST**
**Putin may brief Modi on Ukraine peace efforts and US/Europe proposals**

**December 4, 2025 – 05:58 IST**
**Russia will launch its official RT India channel during the visit**

**December 4, 2025 – 05:55 IST**
**Discussions likely on Free Trade Agreement, easier movement of Indian workers to Russia, defence, energy, and strategic cooperation*