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What did Putin eat in India? Inside the lavish vegetarian feast at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Discover the exclusive vegetarian menu served to President Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan, featuring Murungalai Charu, Gucchi Chutney, Zafrani Pulao, and Kesar-Pista Kulfi.

By NES Web Desk

Dec 06, 2025 00:18 IST

Two years younger than India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Age 73. However, looking at his fitness, it's impossible to tell. Putin has a tall, well-built physique. One of the world's most influential leaders, Vladimir Putin, continues to maintain regular exercise and swimming habits. Naturally, his daily food menu follows a diet chart. He was invited to President Droupadi Murmu's dinner on Friday night. What was served on his plate?

Reports suggest a completely vegetarian banquet was organised that day. Like India's culture, language, and politics, Indian food is also diverse. Keeping this in mind, the Rashtrapati Bhavan menu was prepared.

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What's on the table?

The starter included lightly warm Murungalai Charu soup. Along with Gucchi Dun Chetin (a type of chutney), Kale Chane Ke Shikampuri, and Vegetable Jhol Momo.

The main course was prepared with winter vegetables and classic Indian-style recipes. It included: Zafrani Paneer Roll, Palak Methi Matar Ka Shaak, Tandoori Bharwan Aloo (Punjabi dish), Achari Baingan and Haldi Dal Tadka. Along with this were dry fruits and Zafrrani Pulao, Lachha Paratha, Naan and three types of roti. For dessert, there was Badam Ka Halwa and Kesar-Pista Kulfi, fresh fruits, Gud Sandesh and Murakku. There were also various types of salad, mango chutney and banana chips.

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However, which Indian dishes the people from the land of Chicken Kiev and Tvorog tasted remains unknown.

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