Relations between the two countries, long bound by common interests in oil and security, have strained over what some analysts see as a more assertive Saudi foreign policy.

Trade between the world’s two biggest economies has ballooned in recent decades, bringing significant benefits but also perils that have led to calls to rethink the relationship.

After decades of underinvestment and mismanagement, India’s infrastructure is posing a significant threat to its economic growth.

It remains unclear whether mounting public anger and flagging growth can catalyze India to address widespread official corruption.