US President Barack Obama calls PM; extends greetings on Diwali

Published By : Admin | November 11, 2015 | 08:57 IST
US President Barack Obama calls PM Modi, conveys Diwali greetings
PM Modi, US President Obama exchange Diwali greetings through newly established hotline
PM Modi to meet US President Barack Obama in Turkey during the G20 Summit

US President Mr. Barack Obama has called the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, through the newly established hotline. Both leaders also exchanged the Diwali greetings.

"A short while ago President of the United States called. We exchanged Diwali greetings. This was our first conversation through the newly established hotline.

President Obama and I discussed a wide range of other issues as well. It was good knowing how White House is marking Diwali.

President Obama and I look forward to meeting in Turkey during the G20 Summit", the Prime Minister tweeted.

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