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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited by US President Joe Biden and his wife Jill Biden for an official state visit. It is reported that Biden is planning to host an intimate dinner for PM Modi but the venue has not been disclosed.
PM Modi is expected to visit Washington on June 21, after attending the International Yoga Day celebrations at the United Nations headquarters.
The number of guests for the State Dinner remains a secret but is said to be larger than 120 that can be accommodated in the State Dining Room of the White House.
There is great enthusiasm among the Indian-Americans about PM Modi’ s visit. Hundreds of people are preparing to travel to Washington DC next week to take part in various events related to the visit. Due to this, there has been a surge in the price of hotel rooms and flight tickets.
A historic welcome ceremony will take place at the White House on June 22.
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