Day 2 of Modi in UK: Lunch with Queen, Addressing Indians & More

Live updates from Day 2 of Prime Minister Modi’s visit to the UK

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Modi speaks to Indians in UK at London’s Wembley stadium. (Photo: Reuters)
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Modi speaks to Indians in UK at London’s Wembley stadium. (Photo: Reuters)
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‘Jab Tak Suraj Chand Rahega...’

Prime Minster Narendra Modi waves to the crowds after his speech at Wembley stadium. 

Prime Minister Modi speaks of the sentiment that binds Indians in UK with those back home.

“No matter what the colour of our passports, it’s the colour of our blood that binds us together. For me, you are all my own people. The country is waiting for you my friends,” he says.

Ending his speech awith “bharat mata ki jai” chants, Modi says, “the country is moving forward and you should join us in this journey of development”.

Amid much cheer and chanting Prime Minister Modi announces a direct flight between London and Ahmedabad from December 15.

“I am humbled by the love and affection you have shown towards me right here,” says Modi.

PM Modi at Wembley stadium. 

“We have started a portal called MADAD to help you with porblems related to visas. We have also created an e-migration portal. It will provide basic information to help people travelling from one place to another,” announces Modi at Wembley stadium.

‘There’s More to India Than What is Shown on TV’

Modi quotes Transparency International report, says for the first time India is taking over China in terms of growth. “Our government has managed to achieve this,” says Modi at Wembley stadium.

“The definition of India is not limited to what is shown on TV and what is written in the newspapers,” says Modi.

“Want to focus on two types of FDI – Foreign Direct Investment and First Develop India,” says Modi at Wembley Stadium addressing Indians in UK.

India, the Land of Opportunities

The world is recognising India as a land of opportunities and we want India to be treated as an equal.

British Parliament ke Saamne Mahatma Gandhi Khade Hain: Modi at Wembley

PM Narendra Modi says a country with the power of youth cannot be stopped.

“India has no reason to be poor. That has been my experience in the past 18 months,” he said.

Wont be Long Before There is a British-Indian PM in Downing Street: Cameron

British Prime Minister David Cameron speaks at Wembley Stadium as Prime Minister Modi looks on. (Photo: MEAIndia/Twitter)

“Team India and Team UK are a winning combination,” says British PM David Cameron.

Right Honourable David Cameron, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, introduces Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his address at the historic Wembley Stadium, London.

NaMo Arrives at Wembley

Prime Minister Modi walks towards the stage at Wembley Stadium with British PM David Cameron.
Prime Minister Modi and British PM David Cameron with the first lady and performers back stage at Wembley Stadium.

The Quint is Live From Wembley

The Quint has eyes on the ground inside Wembley Stadium, and we’ll be bringing you updates from the ground. Here’s the first video update.

Updates from #UKWelcomesModi Event at Wembley Stadium

Wembley resident Sonna Rele and the London Philharmonic Orchestra performing at #UKWelcomesModi event at Wembley Stadium.

The Maher Raas from Prime Minister Modi’s home state, Gujarat, being performed at Wembley Stadium ahead of Prime Minister Modi’s address.

Indian origin rapper Jay Sean performs ahead of Prime Minister Modi’s speech at a jam-packed Wembley Stadium, London.

Singer Kanika Kapoor gave a splendid performance at Wembley Stadium ahead of Prime Minister Modi’s speech at the legendary venue.

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NaMo’s Gifts to Her Majesty

PM Modi gifted photographs of Her Majesty the Queen from her first visit to India, when she was the Chief Guest at the Republic Day parade. (Photo: narendramodi.in)
Prime Minister Modi gifted Darjeeling tea from the legendary Makaibari tea estate in West Bengal & fine organic honey from J&K to Queen Elizabeth II. (Photo: narendramodi.in)

From the Stands at Wembley

Straight From Wembley

The Quint has eyes on the ground inside Wembley Stadium, and we’ll be bringing you updates from the ground. Here’s the first one with #Modivation

Message flashing at Wembley Stadium ahead of Prime Minister Modi’s address. (Photo: The Quint)

Atmosphere at Wembley

Luncheon With Her Majesty

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Buckingham Palace for lunch with the Queen Elizabeth II on the second day of his three-day state visit to the United Kingdom.

Customary Niceties

Prime Minister Modi, as is customary, gifted Prime Minister Cameron and Britain’s first lady some rare and beautiful Indian artefacts.

Updates From India-UK CEO Forum

Prime Minister Modi and British PM David Cameron at India-UK CEO’s forum.

En Route to Wembley

A tweeted a video from the tube of Indians singing patriotic songs en route to hear Prime Minister Modi’s address at Wembley Stadium.

Outside Buckingham Palace

Prime Minister Modi is set to arrive at Buckingham Palace to have lunch with the Queen Mother, here’s what the mood is like outside.

The Road to Wembley

The Quint is exclusively in possession of a ticket for the UK Welcomes Modi event, where Prime Minister Modi will address a jam-packed Wembley Stadium.

Ticket for the event where Prime Minister Modi will address Indian diaspora at Wembley Stadium, London. (Photo: The Quint) 

London’s legendary Wembley Stadium all set to give Prime Minister Modi a thumping welcome to the UK.

Backstage Updates from #UKWelcomesModi

On Prime Minister Modi’s agenda for Day 2 of his three-day state visit to the UK is lunch with the Queen Mother at Buckingham Palace and an address to Indian disapora at a jam packed Wembley Stadium.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s is greeted by Britain’s Prime Minister David Cameron outside the British PM’s official residence at 10 Downing Street, London. (Photo: Reuters)

After deals worth £9 billion between Indian and British firms were unveiled yesterday once talks with UK’s Prime Minister David Cameron were concluded, Modi will also meet business leaders in said regard.

NaMo is the first Indian PM to visit the UK in a decade, and in his address to British Media persons yesterday, he described India’s relationship withe UK as one of “immense importance”.

Prime Minister Cameron said that both countries need to create “one of the leading global partnerships”.

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Published: 13 Nov 2015,05:17 PM IST

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