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For promoting bilateral ties, Russia honours Modi with its highest award

PTI
Published : Apr 12, 2019, 3:32 pm IST
Updated : Apr 12, 2019, 3:37 pm IST

The Order of St Andrew the Apostle is the highest state decoration of Russia, the official said.

Modi has been conferred with the award for exceptional services in promoting special and privileged strategic partnership between Russia and India, the official said. (Photo: File)
 Modi has been conferred with the award for exceptional services in promoting special and privileged strategic partnership between Russia and India, the official said. (Photo: File)

New Delhi:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Thursday named for the 'Order of St Andrew the Apostle' award by Russia for exceptional services in promoting bilateral ties between the two countries, a Russian embassy official said.

The Order of St Andrew the Apostle is the highest state decoration of Russia, the official said.

Modi has been conferred with the award for exceptional services in promoting special and privileged strategic partnership between Russia and India, the official said.

Tags: narendra modi, order of st andrew the apostle, russia-india ties
Location: India, Delhi