PM Modi addresses joint session of the US Congress
Published on Jun 23, 2023 05:38 PM IST
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday became the first Indian leader to address the joint session of the US Congress twice.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived at the US House of Representatives where he addressed the joint session of the US Congress shortly.(ANI)
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While addressing the meeting, PM Modi said that it is always a great honour to address the US Congress. (ANI)
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Highlighting India's sturdy economy, PM Modi said, "When I first visited the US as the PM, India was the 10th largest economy in the world. Today, India is the 5th largest economy. And India will be the third-largest economy soon....When India grows the whole world grows." (PIB)
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Referring to Kamala Harris, the first Black, South Asian, and woman to be elected to the post of Vice President, PM Modi said, “There are millions here, who have roots in India. Some of them sit proudly in this chamber. There is one behind me, who has made history.” (PIB)
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"Honoured to address the US Congress. Gratitude to all the members of Congress who attended today. Your presence signifies the strength of India-USA ties and our shared commitment to a better future. I look forward to continued partnership in fostering global peace and progress," PM Modi tweeted. (ANI)
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PM Modi’s address ended with a prolonged standing ovation and applause from the lawmakers and members of the Indian-American community. (PIB)
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Members of the Indian-American community shouted 'Modi, Modi' and 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' (Victory for Mother India).(ANI)
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