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Opposition Chief Ministers from Keralam, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu Invited to BRICS Gala Dinner: Government Sources

Source: ANI (Asian News International) | Original Published At: 2026-09-13 15:08:18 UTC

Key Points

  • India hosted the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, bringing together leaders and senior representatives from BRICS member countries and partner nations.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a BRICS gala dinner at Bharat Mandapam, with invitations extended to opposition Chief Ministers from Keralam, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
  • Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus were among attendees.
  • BRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026, calling for reforms in global governance and stronger representation for developing countries.
  • The declaration expressed concern over escalating tensions in West Asia and called for restraint, protection of civilians, and respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.
  • The summit theme was "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability," with development, sustainability and innovation as key focus areas.
  • The gala dinner included a cultural programme celebrating shared heritage and diversity among BRICS nations.
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