As Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his address to the Indian community at the historic event in New York on Sunday, the diaspora members said that they were very happy to be at the event, and are proud to be Indians.
Miss India Worldwide 2024, Dhruvi Patel, attended the event at Nassau Coliseum in New York where Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indian diaspora.
Addressing the Indian diaspora at Nassau Coliseum in New York, Long Island at Modi&US Event, he said, "You have connected India with America and America with India. Your skill, talent, and commitment are unmatched. Despite being overseas, no ocean can separate you from India."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Sunday that India has decided to open two new consulates in Boston and Los Angeles in the US, forging stronger ties between the two countries, going forward.
Asserting that India now doesn't wait for the opportunities, but it creates them, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said five petals of 'Pushp' will pave the way for a developed India
Addressing the Indian diaspora in New York, PM Modi said, "...We are also a strong voice of the Global South...Today, when India says something on a global platform, the world listens. Some time ago when I said that this is not the era of war, its severity was understood by all..."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that he is the first such Prime Minister of India who was born after Independence, and added that his heart and mission have been very clear from the first day about his duties, and responsibilities.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his heartfelt gratitude to United States President Joe Biden for his warm hospitality during a visit to his home in Delaware, stating that it "touched my heart."
Addressing the Indian diaspora at Nassau Coliseum in New York, Long Island at Modi&US Event, he said, "For the world, AI means artificial intelligence, but for me, AI also means American-Indian spirit. This is the new 'AI' power of the world....I salute the Indian diaspora here."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that he has always understood the potential and capabilities of the Indian diaspora, and for him, they have been strong brand ambassadors of India and he calls them "Rahstradoot".
"'Ab apna Namaste bhi multinational ho gya hai, local se global ho gya'.....Your love is my good fortune..." the Prime Minister said to cheers from the audience.