UKRAINIAN President Volodymyr Zelensky greeted the people of India on country's 79th independence day.

In a tweet President Zelensky said, "Congratulations to the people of India, President  @rashtrapatibhvn , and Prime Minister  @narendramodi  on the Independence Day!  This week we had a good, candid conversation with Prime Minister  @narendramodi  when I had an opportunity to personally convey my best wishes on this occasion." 

"Our nations share the experience of standing up for freedom and dignity, as well as the pursuit of peace and development.  We hope that India will contribute to efforts aimed at ending the war, so that our freedom and sovereignty are truly secure. I am confident that the potential for mutually beneficial Ukraine–India cooperation lies ahead — in science, technology, trade, and culture. Wishing peace and prosperity!" he said.