Summary:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his visit to Gujarat by addressing a gathering of BJP workers at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in the city. PM Modi began his speech in Gujarati and apologised to the workers for not meeting them during his earlier visit. "Over the years, India's reputation has increased and so has its acceptance in the world," said PM Modi. He said the world saw India at the forefront of the many positive changes taking place in the world. "India's stature is rising on the world stage and a glimpse of the respect for the country was visible during the Houston meet," he said..