PM Modi Praises Indian Diaspora in Tashkent for Strengthening India-Uzbekistan Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his appreciation for the warmth and affection shown by the Indian community in Tashkent during his visit to Uzbekistan.
Overwhelmed by the warmth and affection of the Indian community in Tashkent.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 29, 2026
Our diaspora is a living bridge between India and Uzbekistan, strengthening the bonds of friendship between our nations.
Toshkentdagi hind jamoatchiligining samimiy mehri va iliq munosabatidan… pic.twitter.com/PlR5WW50uh
Sharing his thoughts on social media, PM Modi said he was “overwhelmed by the warmth and affection” of the Indian diaspora in Tashkent.
The community welcome in Tashkent was a delightful celebration of India-Uzbekistan cultural ties!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 29, 2026
It included:
Performance by the Bollywood Battle Group on the evergreen ‘Ude Jab Jab Zulfein Teri.’
Fusion of Kathak and the energetic Andijan Polka.
Kathak performance by… pic.twitter.com/LFEfPJlIQQ
He described the Indian community as a “living bridge” between India and Uzbekistan, highlighting its important role in strengthening the longstanding friendship and people-to-people ties between the two countries.
A captivating fusion of Indian and Uzbek musical traditions!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 29, 2026
The Tabla blends beautifully with the Doira and Chang, showcasing the deep cultural connect between India and Uzbekistan. pic.twitter.com/gj80T5kaMY
PM Modi also shared the message in Uzbek, expressing his gratitude for the heartfelt welcome and noting the diaspora’s contribution to deepening the bonds of friendship between India and Uzbekistan.
𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐲𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐭!
— BJP (@BJP4India) August 31, 2026
Young artists stole the show dancing to classic Indian tunes, perfectly matched with golden-era film scenes… and PM Modi’s warm interaction with the little dancer melted every heart.
Culture connecting nations in the most… pic.twitter.com/gkxRA5jyXL