Mikhail S Gorbachev Death: PM Narendra Modi expressed grief over Gorbachev's death, said- Mikhail left an indelible mark on the pages of history

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condoled the death of former Soviet Union leader Mikhail S. Gorbachev. The Prime Minister said that Gorbachev was one of the foremost statesmen of the 20th century who left an indelible mark on the pages of history. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of former Soviet Union leader Mikhail S. Gorbachev on Thursday. The Prime Minister said that Gorbachev was one of the foremost statesmen of the 20th century who left an indelible mark on the pages of history. Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union, died on Tuesday at the age of 91 in a Moscow hospital. He was battling a serious and prolonged illness for a long time. World leaders paid tribute on his death.

 Modi pays tribute to Gorbachev

Modi tweeted, 'I express my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mikhail S. Gorbachev. Mikhail Gorbachev was one of the foremost statesmen of the 20th century who left an indelible mark on the pages of history. "We remember and value his contribution in strengthening ties with India," he said.

Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize

Gorbachev was the leader of the Soviet Union from 1985 to 1991. He toured India in 1986 and 1988. His contribution in strengthening Russian relations with India is commendable. He played an important role in establishing relations with India. Gorbachev was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for negotiating the historic nuclear weapons agreement with the then President of the United States, Ronald Reagan. 

Important contribution in strengthening Indian relations

Gorbachev was a very popular leader not only in the Soviet Union but also in the West. His relation with India was very special. After coming to India, he had said that we will not take any such step or make any such change in our foreign policy, which will harm India. He had signed several agreements with India and expressed his commitment to enhance bilateral cooperation.