On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with US Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard in Washington, DC. They discussed various aspects of India’s friendship with the US.
Met USA’s Director of National Intelligence, @TulsiGabbard in Washington DC. Congratulated her on her confirmation. Discussed various aspects of the India-USA friendship, of which she’s always been a strong votary. pic.twitter.com/w2bhsh8CKF
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025
PM Modi and Gabbard shook hands and warmly greeted each other. He congratulated Gabbard on her confirmation. The meeting comes just hours after Gabbard was sworn in as US Director of National Intelligence at the swearing-in ceremony in the White House.
#WATCH | Washington, DC: Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets US Director Of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard
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— ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025
“Met USA’s Director of National Intelligence, @TulsiGabbard in Washington DC. Congratulated her on her confirmation. Discussed various aspects of the India-USA friendship, of which she’s always been a strong votary,” PM Modi posted on X.
PM Modi arrived in the US for a two-day visit at the invitation of US President Donald Trump. India’s Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, and other officials welcomed him at the airport. This is PM Modi’s first visit to the United States after Donald Trump assumed office for the second term. After landing in the US, PM Modi arrived at Blair House and greeted members of the Indian diaspora, who had gathered there to welcome him. People chanted “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” and Modi Modi” as they welcomed him at the Blair House. PM Modi thanked them for welcoming him.
“A warm reception in the winter chill. Despite the cold weather, the Indian diaspora in Washington DC has welcomed me with a very special welcome. My gratitude to them,” PM Modi posted on X.
Upon arriving in the US, PM Modi said he looked forward to meeting with Trump and building upon the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. In a post on X, PM Modi stated, “Landed in Washington DC a short while ago. Looking forward to meeting @POTUS Donald Trump and building upon the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Our nations will keep working closely for the benefit of our people and a better future for our planet.”
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that during his visit, PM Modi will meet Trump, US cabinet members and industry leaders.
