Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that with every passing day, Indians and Americans are getting to know each other better. During his speech at the state dinner held at the White House, PM Modi also said that kids in India become Spiderman on Halloween and America's youth is dancing to the tunes of 'Naatu Naatu'. "With every passing day, Indians and Americans are getting to know each other better... Kids in India become Spiderman on Halloween and America's youth is dancing to the tunes of 'Naatu Naatu'," PM Modi said.
Acknowledging the progress made by Indian-Americans in the United States, PM Modi said that they have played a significant role in further strengthening the inclusive society and economy of the US. During his speech PM Modi said, "Indian Americans have come a long way in the US and have always found a respectful place in America's Melting Pot. Indian Americans have played a significant role in further strengthening the inclusive society and economy of the US," as quoted by the news agency ANI.
He also expressed gratitude towards US President Joe Biden for hosting a wonderful dinner and making the visit successful. "I want to thank US President Joe Biden for this wonderful dinner today. I would also like to thank First Lady Jill Biden for taking care of my visit to make it successful. Yesterday evening you opened the doors of your house for me," PM Modi said.
PM Modi also stated that the State dinner evening has become quite special by the presence of the people of the two countries, as he called them "most precious assets." "This evening is made special by the presence of the people of our two countries, they are our most precious assets. When we met in Japan, for the Quad Summit, you mentioned a problem that you were facing, I am sure that you must have resolved that problem. I hope you were able to fit in everyone who wanted to come for the dinner tonight," PM Modi added, as quoted by ANI.
Further PM Modi requested President Biden to join him for a toast as the two leaders addressed the State dinner event at the White House. PM Modi said, "There is one more thing left to do tonight- please join me in raising a toast. A toast to our wonderful hosts, President Biden and Jill Biden." A toast to good health, prosperity and the pursuit of happiness, liberty, equality and to the ever-lasting bonds of friendship between India and the United States, he said.
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