Who is the Official Seen With PM Modi and Zelensky in Ukraine? All You Need to Know About Her and Her Job

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday arrived at Ukraine’s capital city, Kyiv, following a 10-hour train journey from Poland. During his visit, Modi met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who greeted him with a warm embrace. The meeting, which has garnered significant attention on social media, features several viral videos, one of which prominently displays a woman accompanying the two leaders.

Speculation has surrounded the identity of this woman. She is, in fact, an interpreter assigned to facilitate communication between Modi and Zelensky. Interpreters are often provided to PM Modi during his international engagements to facilitate effective communication with the foreign dignitaries.

Unlike translators, who handle written documents, interpreters provide oral translations during live conversations. In the recent meeting between Modi and Zelensky, the interpreter played a crucial role in ensuring that both leaders could understand each other’s words accurately, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of their communication.

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign visits, several key individuals assist him which include:

1. Ministry of External Affairs Translators: These officials are crucial in providing accurate language translation during the PM Modi’s international engagements.
2. Indian Diplomatic Service (IDS) Officers: IDS officers support translation needs and manage various diplomatic functions during these visits.
3. Foreign Embassy Translators: Translators from the host country’s embassy also contribute to facilitating clear communication.
4. Specialised Translators: For certain languages, specialised translators with expertise in specific languages may be appointed.
5. Translation Agency Professionals: Occasionally, translators from specialised translation agencies are engaged to ensure precise language translation during the PM Modi’s foreign visits.