Deal on 2 new reactors in Kudankulam unlikely during PM's tour

On other aspects of bilateral ties with Russia, the sources said India was in the process of reaching agreements on expanding the programme including in hydrocarbons sector and the deals may be signed in this area.  

To a question whether the relationship has undergone a change, the sources said India has adapted to changes after the break up of the Soviet Union and the ties have picked up.  

“Russia is now a privileged partner with ties in defence, energy and other areas. We have a politically comprehensive relationship on the right trajectory,” they said.