Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during which he called for an immediate cessation of violence and expressed India`s willingness to contribute in any way towards peace efforts. The prime minister also expressed his deep anguish about the loss of life and property due to ongoing conflict, according to a statement by the PMO.

It said Modi conveyed India`s deep concern for the safety and security of Indian citizens, including students in Ukraine and sought facilitation by Ukrainian authorities to expeditiously and safely evacuate them. "President Zelenskyy briefed the prime minister in detail about the ongoing conflict situation in Ukraine. The prime minister expressed his deep anguish about the loss of life and property due to the ongoing conflict," the statement said. "He reiterated his call for an immediate cessation of violence and a return to dialogue, and expressed India`s willingness to contribute in any way towards peace efforts," it added.