PM to address 'Howdy Modi' today, receives Kashmiri Pandits' delegation in Houston

"In Houston, a delegation of the Kashmiri Pandit community met the Prime Minister. They unequivocally supported the steps being taken for the progress of India and empowerment of every Indian," PMO India tweeted.

Meanwhile, members from Sikh and Dawoodi Bohra community also welcomed Modi in Houston.

"The Dawoodi Bohra community felicitates PM @narendramodi in Houston. They recall PM Modi’s visit to Indore last year to attend a programme of their community as well as highlight PM Modi’s association with Syedna Sahib," a PMO tweet read.

About the welcome from Dawoodi Bohra community, he wrote: "The Dawoodi Bohra community has distinguished itself across the world. In Houston, I had the opportunity to spend time with them and speak about a wide range of issues."

"Here is now the Sikh community in Houston welcomed PM @narendramodi. The Prime Minister interacted with the members of the community, during which they congratulated PM Modi on some of the pathbreaking decisions taken by the Government of India," another tweet from the PMO read.

Sharing about his experience, Modi wrote: "I had an excellent interaction with the Sikh Community in Houston. I am delighted to see their passion towards India’s development!"

Earlier he also met the CEOs from energy sector in Houston to enhance ties between both the countries.

"Further energising India-USA friendship. Among the first engagements of PM @narendramodi  in Houston is a meeting with CEOs from the energy sector.
India and USA are looking to diversify cooperation in this sector."

Commenting on the same, Modi posted: "It is impossible to come to Houston and not talk energy! Had a wonderful interaction with leading energy sector CEOs. We discussed methods to harness opportunities in the energy sector. Also witnessed the signing of MoU between Tellurian and Petronet LNG."

Commencing his crucial US visit, Narendra Modi arrived in Houston on Saturday.

The event assumes significance as US President Donald Trump will also attend it.

"Hello Houston!PM @narendramodi  landed in Houston a short while ago. A packed programme awaits the Prime Minister during this USA visit, including events in New York in the coming days," PMO India tweeted.

The 'Howdy Modi' event will be held in NRG Stadium on Sep 22.

The stadium is one of America’s largest professional football stadiums, is home to the Houston Texans franchise, and held the Super Bowl in 2017.

The Texas India Forum expects 50,000  people will attend the summit, using the full capacity of the stadium in concert configuration.

Modi will also attend the crucial UN General Assembly meeting next week in the US.