Ahmedabad:

Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, today said he is amazed to see the adoption of Indian culture by Eric Garcetti, the United States Ambassador to India – from drinking kadak chai to savouring chhole bhature.

Earlier in the day, Mr Garcetti visited the Adani Group’s Khavda Renewal Energy Facility in Gujarat, saying it was a learning experience on how the company is helping India advance towards its zero-emissions goals.

In a post on social media platform X, Gautam Adani said he is grateful for the US envoy’s visit to Adani’s 30 GW Renewable Energy site at Khavda, as well as the flagship Mundra Port.

“Invaluable insights on geopolitics, energy transition and India-US relations in an open and candid Q&A with Adanians,” said Gautam Adani.

“Amazing to see his adoption of Indian culture, from kadak chai to celebrating holi, to playing cricket to speaking in Hindi and eating chole bhature every day,” he added.

Grateful to @USAmbIndia for his visit to Adani’s 30 GW Renewable Energy site at Khavda and Mundra Port. Invaluable insights on geopolitics, energy transition and India-U.S. relations in an open and candid Q&A with Adanians. Amazing to see his adoption of Indian culture, from… https://t.co/1oyd5IRF9ypic.twitter.com/ZOCNr2VApr

— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) July 16, 2024

The Adani Group is developing the world’s largest renewable energy project of 30,000 MW on barren land at Khavda in Kutch, Gujarat. Built across 538 sq km, it is five times the size of Paris and almost as large as Mumbai city.

“Inspired by my visit to the Khavda Renewal Energy Facility in Gujarat, where I learned about @AdaniGreen’s innovative projects advancing India’s zero-emissions goals,” Mr Garcetti earlier posted on X.

He said that sustainable energy is a cornerstone of environmental stewardship.

“Our bilateral partnership is key to shaping the solutions for a cleaner and greener future for the region and the world,” Mr Garcetti noted.

Inspired by my visit to the Khavda Renewal Energy Facility in Gujarat, where I learned about @AdaniGreen‘s innovative projects advancing India’s zero-emissions goals. Sustainable energy is a cornerstone of environmental stewardship, and our bilateral partnership is key to shaping… pic.twitter.com/ODaK7ipbkU

— U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti (@USAmbIndia) July 16, 2024

The commissioning of the first 2 GW at the world’s largest renewable energy plant in Khavda within 12 months of breaking ground has set a record.

Spanning over 8,000 hectares, the Mundra Economic Hub offers investment options as the largest multi-product SEZ, Free Trade and Warehousing Zone (FTWZ) and Domestic Industrial Zone. Mundra, the first port of APSEZ, welcomed its maiden ship in 1998. Since then, the company has built a network of 15 ports and terminals on the east and west coasts of the country. The flagship port Mundra became the first in India to handle 16 MMT cargo in a single month (October 2023).
 

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US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti celebrated Durga Pooja with enthusiasm and vigour. He recently visited a pandal at Delhi’s Chittaranjan Park and enjoyed the Bengali street food and customs. Mr Garcetti also performed Dhunuchi Naach, which is referred to as a dance dedicated towards Goddess Durga. The US Envoy took to X, formerly Twitter, to share a video of his “incredible time”. 

Mr Garcetti was given a warm and traditional Bengali welcome, as seen in the clip. He performs the ‘aarti’ and then goes on to dance with the people at the pandal. Further, the US Envoy performs Dhunuchi Naach, an integral part of Durga Pooja, with an earthen pot in his mouth. He then goes on to meet children performing on the stage and later poses for pictures with them. Mr Garcetti, who is often seen trying out Indian delicacies, relishes Kolkata’s famous Jhal Muri and calls it “perfect”. He concludes his visit by relishing biryani, fish and some traditional sweets. 

Shubho Pujo, everyone!
I had an incredible time pandal hopping in CR Park in Delhi, participating in the cultural festivities and of course, tasting some amazing Pujo food! As I continue to experience different celebrations across India, I remain in awe of @IncredibleIndia‘s… pic.twitter.com/UHUF9qUy0v

— U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti (@USAmbIndia) October 21, 2023

“Shubho Pujo, everyone! I had an incredible time pandal hopping in CR Park in Delhi, participating in the cultural festivities and of course, tasting some amazing Pujo food! As I continue to experience different celebrations across India, I remain in awe of @IncredibleIndia’s amazing cultural diversity,” he wrote in the caption of the clip. 

Since being shared, his post has amassed 1.3 lakh views and over six thousand likes.

“How could you manage to eat so many items,” commented a user.

“Lovely to see you Do the Dhunachi dance Shubho Shaptami,” added a person.

A third user added, “Never in the history I have seen any diplomat traveling so extensively within India and celebrate the culture, diversity, festivals and spread so much love. I have become an ardent fan of you Mr. Ambassador, Eric Garcetti, you are a very happy and lovely person.”

“That’s a lot of food you’ve done every Bengali proud wow! That Dhunuchi naach step was the killer! Well done to pull it off,” commented another user.

“It’s takes a very large and loving heart to be open to diverse cultures and to accept the differences. Thank you for spreading love,” added a person.