Vladimir Putin Reading Bhagavad Gita: A Devotional Moment That Touched Millions of Hindu Hearts

In a deeply moving and spiritually significant moment, Russian President Vladimir Putin was seen immersed in reading the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita during his return flight from India on December 5–6, 2025. Gifted a beautiful Russian translation of the holy scripture by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Putin’s quiet devotion to the Gita has filled millions of Hindu hearts with joy, pride, and divine emotion.

This was not just a diplomatic gesture; it was a sacred exchange of Sanatan wisdom that reminded the world of the universal power of Lord Krishna’s divine song.

The Sacred Gift: When Modi Ji Placed the Gita in Putin’s Hands

During the official meeting in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally presented President Putin with a Russian edition of the Bhagavad Gita published by ISKCON. As soon as the book was placed in his hands, Putin opened it with visible respect and began reading the very first page.

Later, aboard the presidential aircraft, cameras captured the Russian leader deeply absorbed in the Gita for several minutes, turning pages with quiet reverence. For every devotee watching those images, it felt as if Arjuna himself had returned to listen to Krishna’s eternal message on the battlefield of modern times.

This single act has become one of the most soul-stirring moments in recent Hindu history: a world leader, known for his strong persona, sitting in silent surrender before the words of Lord Krishna.

Putin’s Long-Standing Love for the Bhagavad Gita

This is not the same Vladimir Putin who, in 2011, openly defended the Bhagavad Gita when certain groups in Russia tried to ban “Bhagavad Gita As It Is” by Srila Prabhupada. He called the attempt “unacceptable” and “madness,” ensuring that the sacred text remained freely available throughout Russia.

Fourteen years later, destiny brought the same holy book back into his hands, this time as a personal gift from Bharat’s Prime Minister. Devotees see this as Krishna’s divine leela, guiding even powerful rulers toward the path of dharma.

Why This Moment Melts Every Devotee’s Heart

Imagine: A leader who commands one of the world’s largest nations, Sitting alone, Reading the same verses that our grandmothers recite every morning, The same shlokas chanted in temples from Kanyakumari to Kedarnath, “Yoga-sthaḥ kuru karmāṇi” – Established in yoga, perform your duties… “Sarva-dharmān parityajya mām ekaṁ śharaṇaṁ vraja” – Abandon all varieties of dharma and simply surrender unto Me…

When Putin read these lines, millions of Hindus felt goosebumps of pure bhakti. Tears flowed in homes and temples as families shared the photos with the caption: “Krishna’s message has reached the Kremlin.”

A Prayer from Every Hindu Heart

May Lord Krishna bless President Putin with the same clarity He gave Arjuna. May the Gita’s wisdom guide his decisions toward peace, righteousness, and protection of dharma. May this sacred moment inspire every leader on earth to turn to Krishna’s lotus feet in times of crisis.

Jai Shree Krishna! Hare Krishna Hare Rama!

As devotees, let us celebrate this divine moment by reading at least one shloka of the Bhagavad Gita today and sharing its light with the world, just as Modi Ji shared it with Putin Ji.

|| Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya ||

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