New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently in Poland, and is scheduled to travel to Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, on Friday, August 23. This visit is historic, as it marks the first time an Indian Prime Minister has visited Ukraine in a long time and particularly during a period of conflict. Notably, Narendra Modi will make the journey from Poland to Ukraine aboard the luxurious Train Force One.PM Modis luxurious rideNarendra Modi is travelling on a very comfortable and luxurious train. This train is a popular choice for world leaders visiting Ukraine. Some notable leaders who have used this train include US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron. Ukraines President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, also uses this train, called Train Force One, for his international travels.Prime Minister Modi will travel on the train for around 20 hours and stay in Ukraine for 7 hours. This is a historic visit, as he is the first Indian leader to visit Ukraine since the war with Russia began.Key features of train used by world leadersThis train was originally built in 2014 to take tourists to Crimea. But after the war started, it was changed to transport important world leaders to the war-affected country. The train is very comfortable and modern inside, like a luxury hotel. It has a large table for meetings, a cozy sofa, and a TV for passengers to use. The sleeping areas are also very well-designed.The train has top-notch security features to protect its important passengers. Its equipped with bulletproof windows and secure communication tools. The train also has a surveillance system, a safe communication network, and a security team that keeps a close eye on the surroundings. Even though theres a war going on in Ukraine, this train has still managed to do some amazing things. It has helped hundreds of people escape to safety, taken important leaders where they need to go, and kept the countrys transportation system running smoothly. Despite some power outages, Ukraine has been able to keep its trains running with only minor delays.PM Modis visit to Ukraine after Russia meetNarendra Modis visit to Ukraine is happening at a very important time. He has already said that he wants to build on his previous talks with President Zelensky to strengthen the friendship and cooperation between India and Ukraine.India has always wanted a peaceful end to the conflict. PM Modi has spoken about this many times at international gatherings. Interestingly, PM Modis visit to Ukraine comes just a month after he met with Russias leader, Vladimir Putin, in Moscow.
