Anand Mahindra, SRK & IPL Match: US Envoy Garcetti Shares His ‘Most Memorable Moments’ in India Visit

US Ambassador Eric Garcetti’s visit to India was nothing short of a blockbuster, including meetings with prominent personalities like Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and cricketer Mithali Raj. The ambassador shared a glimpse of his “most memorable” moments from his week-long visit to Ahmedabad and Mumbai, which aimed to strengthen ties between India and the United States.

A video montage shared by Twitter of his visit features a ride in a car with US Ambassador Anand Mahindra enjoying Hindi music, a visit to iconic landmarks such as the Gateway of India in Mumbai, an appearance at an IPL match and a meeting appearing with. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan at his residence Mannat. Additionally, he explored the Jio World Center and visited St. Xavier’s College in Mumbai.

“This week, I spent time in the incredible cities of Ahmedabad and Mumbai meeting key stakeholders, discussing strategies, and enriching the long-standing partnership between the United States and India. Here’s a glimpse of some of my most memorable moments from the trip,” he said.

During his two-day visit to Mumbai, apart from meeting eminent personalities, Garcetti also visited various religious places. He tasted the local delicacy of ‘Bun Maska’; At an Iranian cafe and took the opportunity to explore the historic Jewish synagogue known as ‘Knesseth Eliyahu’.

Garcetti also met Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, where he had the opportunity to taste Vada Pav, a popular street food, at Shinde’s request. Expressing happiness, the US Ambassador appreciated the hospitality of the Chief Minister.

After his meeting with Shah Rukh Khan, Garcetti took to Twitter to share their “amazing conversation” and discussed the cultural impact of Hollywood and Bollywood on a global scale. He also shared pictures with Shah Rukh Khan, where he was seen holding a yellow colored football. He was accompanied by the actor’s wife Gauri Khan and his manager Pooja Dadlani.

Garcetti paid his respects at the 26/11 Memorial at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, expressing deep feelings about the visit and reaffirming his commitment to bringing the perpetrators of the 26/11 terrorist attacks to justice. He emphasized the strong partnership between the US and India in the global fight against terrorism.

In addition, the US Ambassador met Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries. In a separate meeting with Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais, Garcetti proposed the idea of ​​Mumbai and Ahmedabad considering hosting the 2036 Olympics.

Another highlight of Garcetti’s visit was his friendly cricket match with former Indian women’s cricket team captain Mithali Raj, where he also got her autographed cricket bat. In Ahmedabad, Gujarat, the Ambassador visited the iconic Sabarmati Ashram, the residence of Mahatma Gandhi.