Modi in US: PM Modi gets rousing welcome at New York hotel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome upon his arrival on the first leg of his maiden State visit to the US. This is Modi's ninth trip to the US, but his first State visit that carries a higher level of pomp and circumstance -- like a welcoming 21-gun salute and a State dinner.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome as he arrived in New York on the first leg of his maiden State visit to the US. Credit: Twitter/@narendramodi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi being welcomed by Indian community people on his arrival in New York, US. Credit: Twitter/@MEAIndia

Modi's arrival witnessed a delirious welcome by his flag-waving supporters chanting his name at the JFK Airport and dancing in front of his hotel. Credit: Reuters Photo

PM Modi also came out of the hotel to greet the chanting crowd. Credit: Reuters Photo

Modi also autographed pictures of him and greeted the supporters. Credit: Reuters Photo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets supporters as he arrives at the Lotte Hotel in New York City, New York. Credit: Reuters Photo

Indian-American community members cheers for PM Modi and raise slogans in his favour. Credit: Reuters Photo

Modi is visiting the US from June 21-24 at the invitation of President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, who will host him at a State dinner on June 22. Credit: Twitter/@MEAIndia

A supporter of Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a US flag as he waits for Modi's arrival outside the Lotte Hotel in New York City. Credit: Reuters Photo