I see in the diaspora here in America, in the arts, education, in the media, law, medicine, science and businesses of every size, in Spelling Bee champions, even in cricket clubs across the country, including back in my home state of Delaware and a record number of Indian Americans in Congress who are here tonight," the president said. "In 1792, our first president, George Washington, established one of the first consulates in Calcutta…a hub of commerce and culture.," he said.īiden said there are reasons the two democracies endure, allow and reflect to renew generation after generation. President Biden in his remarks said the bonds between India and the US stretch back to America's earliest days. Modi spoke in Hindi with the speech being translated to English. "Be it hospitals or hotels, universities or research labs, gas stations or logistics management, they are making their mark everywhere," the prime minister said. Indian Americans have played a significant role in further strengthening the inclusive society and economy of the US," Prime Minister Modi said. They are proud of India's values, democratic traditions and culture and have always found a respectful place in America's melting pot. "Indian Americans have come a long way in the US. These people symbolise so much about India-US relations, our energy, our dynamism and our nation," he said. Modi told Biden that he has gathered a group of exceptionally talented and remarkable people tonight.
I wish them good luck and success," the prime minister said. "The American team is trying its best to qualify for the Cricket World Cup to be held in India later this year. Children in India become Spider Man on Halloween, and America's youth is dancing to the tune of 'Naatu Naatu'," the prime minister said.Īmericans love baseball, but cricket is also becoming popular in the US, he said. We can understand each other's accent better. We can pronounce each other's names correctly.
"With every passing day, Indians and Americans are getting to know each other better. He raised it for good health, prosperity and the pursuit of happiness to liberty, equality and fraternity, and to the ever-lasting bonds of friendship between India and the US. Also Read | ‘India Is the Home of All Faiths’: PM Narendra Modi Highlights ‘India’s Unity in Diversity’ in Historic Address to Joint Sitting of US Congress (Watch Video).ĭuring his address at the State Dinner, Modi raised a toast for his "wonderful" hosts.
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