Who’s Who of the Indian American Community attend

NEW YORK (TIP): Ranju and Ravi Batra hosted a lunch reception to honor and celebrate the Consul General of India Randhir Kumar Jaiswal for his commendable work to fulfill Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 2016 Washington Declaration of Indivisibility with the United States of America.

The distinguished gathering numbering around 60 listened with rapt attention to the consul general appreciating the contribution of the Indian American community in strengthening India in a number of ways, and also promoting friendlier and stronger ties between the two great democracies of the world. He also highlighted the remarkable initiatives of Modi government for taking India to ever greater heights.

Mr. Batra who had confided in me that there would be more fun than lecturing at the lunch ensured that except for the customary welcome by the hosts and a reply by the guest, there will be no more speeches. As such, Ranju Batra extended a word of welcome to the Jaiswals and guests, and briefly spoke about her struggle to get a Diwali Stamp issued by the USPS. The Indian American community, surely, recognizes her great contribution. It is not a question of a Stamp. It is a recognition of the festival of Diwali.

Ravi Batra who believes strongly in the friendship and strong relationship between the US and India complimented the Consul General for his work to fulfill Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 2016 Washington Declaration of Indivisibility with the United States of America. He thanked the guests for their presence.

Surely, the afternoon Lunch was more fun than speeches.