Russian ambassador calls on HP Governor, CM

Shimla, July 6 (UNI) Russian Ambassador to India VI Trubnikov today called on Himachal Pradesh Governor V S Kokje and Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh here, an official spokesman said.

Mr Trubnikov met the Governor at his official residence at Raj Bhawan after visiting the Roerich Art Gallery at Naggar in Kullu district of the state.

The spokesman said the Russian Ambassador later called on the Chief Minister and exchanged views over various issues of mutual interest and emphasised the need for more joint ventures.

Mr Singh also promised cooperation to the International Roerich Memorial Trust at Naggar in Kullu district in restoring its earlier glory, he added.

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