Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar would be escorting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to his historic joint address to the US Congress on June 22. ADVERTISEMENTIt is the second time that Prime Minister Modi is addressing the joint session of the US Congress, a first for any Indian prime minister. "(Spouse) Shashi (Thanedar) and I are looking forward to the Prime Minister's visit to the United States; this is a historic event for the Prime Minister. I hope to stress upon the Prime Minister the need for stronger US-India ties," Thanedar, 68, said. Reflecting on his personal journey, he said, "I grew up in poverty and only came to America with a dream,” stated Congressman Thanedar.

Source: The Telegraph June 20, 2023 06:27 UTC