Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday presented a Russian edition of the Bhagavad Gita to President Vladimir Putin, calling the sacred text a source of inspiration for millions across the world, India Today reported. 

Modi shared the moment on X, posting a photograph in which both leaders are seen holding the book during their meeting in Delhi.

“Presented a copy of the Gita in Russian to President Putin. The teachings of the Gita give inspiration to millions across the world,” the Prime Minister wrote, underlining the scripture’s universal appeal, according to India Today.