Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Thursday at Blair House during his two-day visit to the United States. The high-profile meeting highlighted key discussions on technology, innovation, and business collaborations.
PM Modi’s US Visit and Meeting with Elon Musk
PM Modi, who arrived in Washington D.C. on Wednesday night, was welcomed by Musk, who also serves as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in the Donald Trump administration. Musk was accompanied by three of his children—X, Strider, and Azure—during the interaction.
The meeting followed Musk’s discussions with US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz. Modi was joined by External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar and India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, underscoring the diplomatic significance of the engagement.
Taking to X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said “It was also a delight to meet” Elon Musk’s family. (Photo: Narendra Modi/X)
Starlink’s Pending License Approval in India
According to reports from Reuters, one of the key topics of discussion was the pending approval for Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite-based internet service, to operate in India. Starlink has been seeking regulatory clearance to expand its presence in the Indian market, aiming to provide high-speed satellite internet to remote and underserved regions.
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The meeting between PM Modi and Musk signifies growing cooperation between India and the United States in the fields of technology and space innovation. The expansion of Starlink’s services in India could contribute significantly to the country’s digital connectivity and internet accessibility, aligning with the government’s vision of a digitally empowered nation.
As Modi’s US visit progresses, further discussions on trade, technology, and strategic partnerships are expected to shape the future of India-US relations.
