PM Modi recalls 'Howdy Modi', 'Namaste Trump' events in call with US President-elect

NEW DELHI: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the heads of government to congratulate US President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday, both leaders recalled their interactions including the Howdy Modi event in Houston and the Namaste Trump event in Ahmedabad during President Trump’s visit to India.

In a statement released by the ministry of external affairs, PM Modi in his telephonic conversation with Trump highlighted that his victory reflected the deep trust of the American people in his leadership and vision.

"PM warmly congratulated him on his re-election as the President of the United States of America as well as the Republican Party’s success in the Congressional elections," the statement read.

"PM highlighted that his spectacular and resounding victory reflected the deep trust of the American people in his leadership and vision. Reflecting on the positive momentum of the India-US partnership during President Trump’s first term, PM recalled their memorable interactions, including the Howdy Modi event in Houston in September 2019 and the Namaste Trump event in Ahmedabad during President Trump’s visit to India in February 2020," it added.

According to MEA, both leaders reiterated the importance of India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership for the benefit of the people of the two countries.

"Both leaders reiterated the importance of the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, for the benefit of the people of the two countries as well as for global peace and stability," the ministry said.

"They reaffirmed their commitment to working together to further strengthen bilateral ties across technology, defence, energy, space and several other sectors," the statement further read.

PM Modi expressed enthusiasm for renewed collaboration on shared strategic goals. Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi posted, "Had a great conversation with my friend, President Donald Trump, congratulating him on his spectacular victory. Looking forward to working closely together once again to further strengthen India-US relations across technology, defence, energy, space, and several other sectors."

According to ANI sources, Trump warmly responded to PM Modi's outreach, calling India a "magnificent country" and Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "magnificent man." Trump also mentioned that Modi was among the first global leaders he spoke with after securing his win. He expressed admiration for Prime Minister, saying, "the whole world loves PM Modi." and also highlighted India as a valued ally.

Trump, who at 78 reclaimed the presidency by surpassing the necessary 270 Electoral College votes, addressed his supporters with gratitude. He acknowledged the support from the American public in Florida's address, calling it "an extraordinary honour," and expressed optimism about the potential for national unity.

"I want to thank the American people for the extraordinary honour of being elected your 47th president, and your 45th president," Trump said, in what he described as a period that could serve to foster reconciliation in the country.
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