You are our strongest brand ambassadors, PM Modi tells Indian diaspora in US

Says Joe Biden invited him to his home, and this is an honour for 140 crore Indians

PTI

New York, Updated At : 10:53 PM Sep 22, 2024 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Indian diaspora during a programme, in New York, USA, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. (PTI Photo)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the Indian diaspora at Nassau Coliseum in New York.

At the community event, PM Modi said, “Indian diaspora has always been the country's strongest brand ambassadors. We understand diversity, it's in our blood and culture.”

“You have connected India with America and America with India. Your skill, talent and commitment are unmatched,” Modi told the Indian diaspora.

“I salute you all. For the world, AI stands for Artificial Intelligence. But I believe AI also represents the America-India spirit,” Modi said, adding that US President Joe Biden invited him to his home, and this was an honour for 140 crore Indians.

India and America are together in festival of democracy, the PM said, adding, “In my third term, I am moving ahead with a three-fold sense of responsibility. Aspirations of crores of Indians is driving India's growth now. India now doesn't wait for opportunities, it creates opportunities.”