Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Philadelphia International Airport on Saturday evening (IST) on the first day of his three-day visit to the United States. PM Modi will participate in President Biden-hosted Quad Leaders’ summit and he will also address an event at the United Nations General Assembly.
#WATCH | US | PM Narendra Modi arrives at Hotel duPont, Wilmington, Delaware, meets members of the Indian diaspora gathered to welcome him
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— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
This visit marks PM Modi’s first trip to US since securing his third consecutive victory in the Lok Sabha elections. During this visit, PM Modi will be participating in key diplomatic events, including the annual Quad Summit, which is being hosted by US President Joe Biden in Wilmington, Delaware. The summit brings together the leaders of India, the US, Australia, and Japan to discuss regional peace and development in the Indo-Pacific.
US President Joe Biden hosted a bilateral meeting with PM Modi at his residence in Greenville, Delaware.
Taking to X, Biden wrote, “The United States’ partnership with India is stronger, closer, and more dynamic than any time in history. Prime Minister Modi, each time we sit down, I’m struck by our ability to find new areas of cooperation. Today was no different.”
The United States’ partnership with India is stronger, closer, and more dynamic than any time in history.
Prime Minister Modi, each time we sit down, I’m struck by our ability to find new areas of cooperation. Today was no different. pic.twitter.com/TdcIpF23mV
— President Biden (@POTUS) September 21, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi left from US President Joe Biden’s personal residence in Greenville, Delaware after the conclusion of the bilateral meeting.
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves from US President Joe Biden’s personal residence in Greenville, Delaware after the conclusion of the bilateral meeting.
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— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
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|Further advancing the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.
PM @narendramodi & @POTUS @JoeBiden held bilateral talks in Wilmington, Delaware today. In a special gesture, the meeting was hosted by President Biden at his residence.
Discussions focused on ways to… pic.twitter.com/DJYBSaZgWI
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) September 21, 2024
In addition to the Quad Summit, PM Modi will address the ‘Summit of the Future’ at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. He is also scheduled to engage in a roundtable discussion with the CEOs of leading American technology companies.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Greenville, Delaware for bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden.
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Greenville, Delaware for bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden
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— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
Earlier, members of the Indian diaspora extended a warm welcome to PM Modi upon his arrival Philadelphia International Airport.
#WATCH | US | Members of the Indian diaspora gathered at Philadelphia International Airport give a warm welcome to PM Modi on his arrival here
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— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
#WATCH | Philadelphia, US | PM Narendra Modi interacts with the members of the Indian diaspora outside Philadelphia airport
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— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
PM Narendra Modi interacted with the members of the Indian diaspora outside Philadelphia airport.
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi arrives in Philadelphia as he begins his three-day visit to the United States
During his visit, the PM will be attending the QUAD Leaders’ Summit in Delaware and the Summit of the Future (SOTF) at the United Nations in New York. Along with this, the PM… pic.twitter.com/GP8kDWfTwB
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
After interacting with the Indian diaspora, PM Modi shared his experience on X. He wrote, “The Indian community has distinguished itself in the USA, making a positive impact across diverse sectors. It’s always a delight to interact with them. At around 9:30 PM India time on Sunday, 22nd September, I will address the Modi&US programme in New York City…”
The Indian community has distinguished itself in the USA, making a positive impact across diverse sectors. It’s always a delight to interact with them. At around 9:30 PM India time on Sunday, 22nd September, I will address the @ModiandUS programme in New York City. Let’s…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 21, 2024
An energetic welcome in Philadelphia! Our diaspora’s blessings are greatly cherished. pic.twitter.com/vwIc9dB2yv
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 21, 2024
Earlier, the Indian diaspora in Delaware were buzzing with excitement as they prepared to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Chants of “Modi, Modi” filled the air as community members prepared for the PM’s arrival.
#WATCH | Philadelphia | PM Modi arrives in the US, to participate in President Biden-hosted Quad Leaders’ summit and to address an event at the United Nations General Assembly pic.twitter.com/FdZWlHwtQh
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
#WATCH | PM @narendramodi will be arriving at Hotel duPont, Wilmington, Delaware after he lands in the US for the Quad Leaders’ summit and an event at the United Nations General Assembly in New York during his 3-day visit to the country@PMOIndia #PMModiUSVisit pic.twitter.com/bh6Jco9MuN
— DD News (@DDNewslive) September 21, 2024
#WATCH | Another member of the Indian diaspora outside Hotel duPont in Wilmington, Delaware says, “It is a privilege to have Modi ji in our state. We are honoured. Thank you Modi ji for everything you have done for India and for bringing us up to recognition on the world stage.” pic.twitter.com/Iat1vs4tUh
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
#WATCH | Members of the Indian diaspora from different cities in the US gather near Philadelphia International Airport to welcome PM Modi on his arrival pic.twitter.com/bhMI96Q1TP
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
#WATCH | Philadelphia, US | A member of the Indian diaspora outside Philadelphia International Airport says, ” We live in the US as the cultural ambassadors of Modi ji…We would like to make India proud by following Modi ji’s guidance.” pic.twitter.com/5T2oR0mF7g
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
Ketaki, a member of the Indian diaspora sang while she was awaiting the arrival of PM Modi outside Hotel DuPont in Delaware.
#WATCH | US | Ketaki, a member of the Indian diaspora sings as the diaspora awaits the arrival of PM Modi outside Hotel DuPont in Delaware https://t.co/OmW9NWQc8v pic.twitter.com/Y828ZBTGGi
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
#WATCH | US | Members of the Indian diaspora outside Hotel duPont in Delaware eagerly await the arrival of PM Narendra Modi
The PM will arrive in the US today, to take part in the Quad Leaders’ Summit and an event at the United Nations General Assembly in New York during his… pic.twitter.com/UCHMO6CCwM
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2024
Ahead of his departure, PM Modi had expressed his enthusiasm about the summit, stating, “I look forward to joining President Biden, Prime Minister Albanese, and Prime Minister Kishida for discussions that will further enhance cooperation for peace, progress, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.”
