King County, Washington is the first in the US to honor India and the Indian Diaspora by declaring March 16, 2023, as ‘Amrit Kaal Day’ while welcoming the Consul General of India Ambassador Dr. TV Nagendra Prasad in Seattle.
PM Modi first used the term in 2021
The term ‘Amrit Kaal’ was first used by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2021 during the 75th Independence Day celebrations, when he unveiled a new roadmap for the country for the next 25 years.
Where does the term Amrit Kaal originate from?
The term comes from Vedic astrology. Amrit Kaal is considered the best and most auspicious time to start new work.