The deadline for registering was August 31.
By Raghavendra M
The total number of registration crossed 45,000 for this month’s Silicon Valley event, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Indian American Diaspora at SAP Arena in San Jose on September 27. The deadline for registering was August 31.
As the capacity of the hall is for 18,500 people, a final list would be made by a computerized draw of lots. Funded by the Indian American community, this event is free to the general public.
The current list of registrants spans the gamut of social, religious, and, professional spheres, which include taxi drivers and farmers to professionals and CEOs of large companies, said the Indo American Community of West Coast (IACWC) in a statement.
“With Silicon Valley as the center of innovation, we are all very excited about the possibilities that exist for India under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi. PM Modi has outlined several key initiatives, including digital cities, alternate power and cleanliness that requite innovative approaches. We want to give back to our homeland, we will give back to our homeland, and we plan to engage in thoughtful dialog with the PM about best ways to make a difference. We are looking forward to hosting our beloved Prime Minister’s to Silicon Valley to share our common goals and thinkingâ€, said Mr. Naren Gupta, co-chairman of the IACWC.
The Modi’s visit will mark the first visit to California by an Indian head of state in 33 years.
Some high impact programs and meetings are being scheduled to promote the shared ideals of innovation and entrepreneurship between Silicon Valley and India, added the statement.
For more information, visit: www.pmmodiinca.org.