- Cultural performances like Yakshagana showcased Indian heritage at Nassau Coliseum.
- Chef Vikas Khanna praised PM Modi’s leadership and its global impact.
- PM Modi’s initiatives for disadvantaged communities appreciated by diaspora attendees.
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s address to the Indian diaspora in New York, cultural performances took center stage at Nassau Coliseum.
Artists from Maharashtra and Karnataka showcased traditional Indian dance forms like ‘Yakshagana,’ a folk art from the coastal regions of Karnataka and Kerala.
Indian Heritage Shines as PM Modi Prepares to Address New York Diaspora
Vikas Khanna, a renowned Indian chef, expressed admiration for PM Modi’s leadership, emphasizing the respect he commands across the global Indian diaspora. Khanna compared Modi to the elder of a family, symbolizing unity and a guiding presence. The audience, filled with members of the Indian community, praised Modi’s work for underprivileged villages in India, highlighting his efforts in providing education and basic amenities to the disadvantaged.
Indian chef Vikas Khanna, known for his culinary achievements, spoke about the significance of PM Modi’s leadership to the global Indian community. He emphasized the honor of representing Indian culture and heritage on the world stage, describing Modi as a unifying figure akin to an elder family member who brings people together. Khanna recalled welcoming U.S. President Donald Trump in India alongside AR Rahman as a testament to India’s global standing.
Diaspora members arrived early at the venue, expressing their admiration for PM Modi’s policies. A key focus of their appreciation was his work toward uplifting disadvantaged communities in India’s remote villages. Attendees highlighted how the PM’s initiatives in education and infrastructure have created positive changes in these areas, improving lives in tangible ways.
PM Modi’s address is expected to center around the theme of unity and the progress India has made under his leadership. As he speaks to the gathered diaspora, many of whom are successful professionals, the focus will likely also touch on India’s rising global influence and the important role the Indian community abroad plays in shaping the nation’s image.
PM Modi’s address to the Indian diaspora in New York is expected to reinforce the themes of unity, cultural pride, and India’s global influence, all while celebrating its rich heritage.
“The only way the Indian community can rise is by staying united.” – Vikas Khanna
