In Pics | PM Modi receives warm welcome in the US

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the Indian Diaspora for distinguishing itself across the world as he received a warm welcome from the community on his arrival in Washington. He was greeted by groups of Indian Americans at the airport soon after his plane landed on Wednesday. One of the signature events of the Prime Minister's overseas visit has been his meetings with the diaspora community in large gatherings.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington on an official visit to the US. He will hold the first face-to-face meeting with President Joe Biden and his deputy Kamala Harris. Credit: Twitter/@narendramodi

The prime minister will also attend the maiden in-person Quad summit and address the 76th session of the UN General Assembly in New York. Credit: Twitter/@narendramodi

Modi said his visit would be an occasion to strengthen the Indo-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and consolidate ties with Japan and Australia. Credit: Twitter/@narendramodi

Prime Minister Modi has a packed agenda over the next three days. Credit: Twitter/@narendramodi

He commended Indian Diaspora for distinguishing itself across the world as he received a warm welcome from the community on his arrival. Credit: Twitter/@narendramodi

Modi has been popular among Indian Americans, who constitute more than 1.2 per cent of the country’s population. Credit: Twitter/@narendramodi