New Delhi, Jan. 26 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin sent heartfelt congratulations to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of India's 76th Republic Day.
In a statement, the Russian President said:
"The Constitution that came into force 75 years ago laid the foundation for building effective state institutions and a free democratic development of India. Since then, your country has achieved universally recognised successes in socioeconomic, scientific, technical and other fields and has gained well-deserved authority in the international arena.
"Russian-Indian relations are based on special and privileged strategic partnership. I am confident that we will use joint efforts to continue to consistentl...