Expecting a much more favourable attitude of the Indian government: Ukraine envoy

Igor Polikha, the Ukraine envoy to India, praised India Prime Minister Narendra Modi as one of the most powerful and respected world leaders, however, he expressed extreme dissatisfaction over India’s stand on the current crisis.

He said that a strong voice from India might make Russian President Vladimir Putin think of his military action against Ukraine. He said that he is following all the reports on the site of the Indian foreign ministry and the latest advisory to the Indian citizens in Ukraine.

He said that Ukraine was deeply dissatisfied with India’s position. "The recommendations and statement of your Ministry of External Affairs, that was India is closely following the development of events. We are deeply dissatisfied with this position. What does this mean -- closely following? Now, 50 people have been killed. When hundreds and thousands will be killed in this case, what will happen? Will follow more closely?" Polikha said while talking to the press.

He added, “We are expecting a much more favourable attitude of the Indian government in this crisis situation.”

Calling the present situation the moment of truth and the moment of destiny, he said that his country is waiting, asking and pleading for the assistance of India.

He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of the most powerful, respected world leaders. “I don't know how many word leaders Putin may listen to. But the status of Modi-ji makes me hopeful that in case of his s strong voice, Putin at least should think over,” he said.