Published 16:37 IST, September 22nd 2019
Howdy Modi: PM Modi surprises Kashmiri Pandits, joins Shloka recital
At the end of the meeting with the Kashmiri Pandit delegation in Houston on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi surprised them in jointly reciting the shloka
Advertisement
At end of meeting with Kashmiri Pandit delegation in Houston on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi surprised everyone by joining m in recital of 'Namaste Share Devi' shloka. Prior to this interaction, he engd with members of Dawoodi Bohra and Sikh community. Barely after a few hours, he is set to dress 'Howdy, Modi! Shared Dreams, Bright Futures' community garing at NRG stium. United States of America President Donald Trump will join him on st at event.
Advertisement
'A historic decision'
PM Modi ackwledged hardships encountered by Kashmiri Pandit community during exodus in 1989-90 due to militancy. However, he encourd m to move ahe and help build a new Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
Advertisement
On or hand, one of members kissed PM's hand to thank him on behalf of "7 lakh Kashmiri Pandits" for revoking special status of J&K. delegation assured that y would work with government to ensure peace and growth. A memorandum was presented to PM Modi, requesting him to set up an visory council consisting of key stakeholders to develop a comprehensive plan to repatriate Kashmiri Pandits in J&K. y focused on restoring core values of Kashmiri civilization of peace, pluralism and religious freedom.
Advertisement
US visit
Alrey, more than 50,000 people have registered for event with plenty more on waiting list. A 90-minute cultural programme is on cards, with live audio feed transmission in English, Hindi as well as Spanish. Commenting on US President Trump's presence at event, White House Press Secretary stated that ways to deepen energy and tre relationship would be discussed during his meeting with PM Modi. Subsequently, PM thanked US President Trump’s 'special gesture'. He opined that US President joining 'Howdy, Modi!' programme was a recognition of contribution of Indian community to American society and ecomy. Also, singing sensation Sparsh Shah has been selected to perform Indian National Anm at event.
(With ANI inputs)
Advertisement
15:47 IST, September 22nd 2019