USA visit was an extremely productive one: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that his USA visit was an extremely productive one. In a series of tweets, Mr Modi said, over the last few days, he has been able to take part in a diverse range of programmes, the outcomes of which will greatly benefit India and our development trajectory.

The Prime Minister said, at the United Nations he shared his thoughts on how India’s development strides have transformed the landscape of the nation and how India will keep working towards making the planet more peaceful, prosperous and harmonious. 

Mr Modi said, he also had excellent bilateral meetings with fellow world leaders. He said, from the UN forum, he shared views on India’s progress in healthcare, mitigating climate change and the need for all those who believe in humanity to come together to fight terror. Prime Minister said, India was honoured to host a special event marking the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

He said, drawing more investment to India and acquainting the world with India’s reform trajectory was one of the aims too and his



interactions with energy sector CEOs in Houston and American captains of industry in New York were successful. Mr Modi said, the world is eager to explore opportunities in India.

He said, community connect is at the heart of India-USA relations and he will never forget the Howdy Modi programme, made more special by the coming of US President Donald Trump. The Prime Minister said, that this gesture of US President showed how much he personally, and the USA valued ties with India as well as the role of the talented diaspora.

Mr Modi said, wherever he went, whoever he met, be it, world leaders, industrialists or citizens from all walks of life, there is a great spirit of optimism towards India. He said, there is also an immense appreciation of India’s efforts to improve sanitation, healthcare and empower the poor. The Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to the people of the USA for the exceptional welcome, warmth and hospitality. He also thanked President Donald Trump and other respected members of the American Congress and Government.