Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to host a major event with the Indian diaspora during his visit to New York for the United Nations summit next month. However, due to the proximity of the upcoming US elections, no American politicians will be attending, according to an informed source.
The event is planned for an expansive open-air venue on Long Island, which is expected to accommodate around 18,000 attendees. It will focus on celebrating the accomplishments of the Indian community in the US and the strengthening ties between the two countries.
Modi’s visit coincides with the UN meetings from September 22 to 28, culminating in his address to the General Assembly on September 26. With the US elections scheduled for November 5, the decision to exclude US politicians aims to prevent any political implications or perceptions of interference.
This approach contrasts with the 2019 ‘Howdy, Modi’ rally in Houston, where then-President Donald Trump’s presence led to controversy due to Modi’s supportive remarks about Trump, as the US elections were approaching.
Previously, Modi’s engagements have included a 2014 rally at Madison Square Garden, which drew about 20,000 attendees, a 2015 event in San Jose, and a yoga session at the UN last year. While the exact location for the upcoming Long Island meeting has not been disclosed, it is likely to be held at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Nassau County, which recently hosted World Cup Cricket matches.
