US Sikh Leader Jassee Singh Calls PM Modi’s Visit ‘Historic’

US Sikh LeaderJassee Singh, who is also the chairman of ‘Sikhs of America’, is among the tallest personalities of the community in the United States. He has praised PM Narendra Modi for his contributions to the Sikh community ahead of his state visit to the country. Singh called Modi’s visit to the United States a “historic moment for India” and recalled his interaction with the Indian Prime Minister during his visit to the country in 2014. “This was the first time, after a long time, a Sikh delegation met an Indian Prime Minister. The response that we got was very positive from Prime Minister Modi,” he told PTI.  

PM Modi had also shown a sharp knowledge of the issues faced by the community, as depicted by Sikh leader Jassee Singh. “He understood the problems of the Sikhs. He has a genuine heart for the SEC community, which shows when he speaks, talks, and meets the Sikh community. He has done a lot. This time, we would like to let him focus on what he’s coming for, which is the bilateral talks that are happening. If we get the opportunity, we will thank him for all that he has done.”  

Prime Minister Modi is scheduled for a state dinner with President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on June 22.

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