Published 16:39 IST, February 24th 2020

Trumps arrive in Agra to see Taj Mahal; Greeted by UP CM Yogi and thousands of performers

United States President Donald President along with his family have landed in Agra to visit The Taj Mahal. The Trumps were received by the Uttar Pradesh CM

Reported by: Pritesh Kamath
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United States President Donald President along with his family have landed in Agra to visit Taj Mahal. Trumps were received by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Goverr Anandiben Patel at Kheria airport upon ir arrival from Ahmedabad. However, two leaders will t accompany US President and First Lady Melania Trump to Taj Mahal. 

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Trump’s convoy's route from airport to Taj Mahal is about 13 km, and will be dotted by thousands of artists who will welcome him with special performances. Over 3,000 artists participating at 16 different points and 21 sts have been built to showcase culture of state.

Massive billboards greeting US President and reflecting bonhomie between him and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have been put up in Agra along road. Cutouts of Trump and PM Modi have been placed under pillars and lamp posts leading to east gate of Taj Mahal from where Trump will be entering.

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Massive security arrangements have been made ahead of his visit to Agra. 10,000 security personnel have been deployed for Trump family’s security. On VIP routes, locals can’t move ir vehicles as routes have been shut since 2 PM. All petrol pumps which come under route will also be closed. 

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Guides have been stationed to help US President at Taj Mahal and elaborate about facts of historic monument which is also among seven wonders of world. 

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Prior to his arrival in Agra, US President attended grand event 'Namaste Trump' which had attracted thousands of locals to Motera Stadium. Addressing a massive crowd at ‘Namaste Trump’ event, Trump in his speech elaborated friendship of India and US by quoting one of most celebrated spiritual leaders of India, Swami Vivekananda. Trump said, "It is your faith and strength of a free society, your confidence in your own people, trust in your own citizens and respect for dignity of every person that makes United States and India such a natural beautiful endearing friendship.

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16:39 IST, February 24th 2020