Modi in UK: PM to address Indian diaspora at Westminster Square
Narendra Modi
The Prime Minister paid floral tributes at the bust of Basaveshwara (12th-century Lingayat philosopher) at Albert Embankment Gardens a short while ago
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his first leg of four-day-long UK visit, is all set to address UK's Indian community from London's Central Hall Westminster. Modi's address will be globally telecast while in attendance there will be around 1500 people from the diaspora at the invite-only event.
The invitees for the 'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath', event were selected by lottery from the registrations received on the website created for the event.
Prime Minister last such address was in November 2015 at Wembley stadium that saw around 30,000 people from the community in attendance.
The Prime Minister paid floral tributes at the bust of Basaveshwara (12th-century Lingayat philosopher) at Albert Embankment Gardens a short while ago.
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Prime Minister Modi's first day in the UK kicked off with a quick meeting with British Prime Minister Theresa May. Both the leaders discussed a host of issues over breakfast.
"It is a matter of happiness for me that I will get to interact with people here on the birth anniversary of Lord Basaveshwara," PM Modi said during his meeting with the British PM Theresa May.
"I hope we can work together for the people of both India and UK," Theresa May told the PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also visited the Science Museum in London where he was welcomed by Prince Charles.
Prince Charles welcomed and greeted PM Modi and explored a science and innovation exhibition set up at the museum.
The event, hosted by Prince Charles, will also include the launch of a new Ayurvedic Centre of Excellence.
Modi interacted withIndian-origin and other scientists and innovators based in the UK.
Modi's first leg of UK visit is packed with meetings and engagements. Later today, the PM will meet Queen Elizabeth at the Buckingham Palace and will also deliver a live address. He will attend the CEO's summit along with numerous tours planned for the rest of the day.