Diplomacy met culture in Tel Aviv when Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu hosted PM Narendra Modi for dinner, dressed in a elegant light grey Nehru jacket – a traditional Indian staple. Modi commended the thoughtful gesture on Thursday, viewing it as Netanyahu’s tribute to India’s storied traditions.
On X, Modi shared his reaction: ‘Truly wonderful. Your affection for Indian attire honors our cultural richness.’ The exchange stemmed from Netanyahu’s video post, where Modi pointed out, ‘That’s Indian dress!’
Proudly, Netanyahu wrote, ‘Surprised PM Modi with traditional Indian wear ahead of our joint dinner.’ The post resonated widely, celebrating the leaders’ rapport.
Key moments included their joint car travel, Modi’s receipt of top honors amid standing ovations, and selfie frenzy in the Knesset. Netanyahu even joked about the ‘Modi Hug’ in his address: ‘It’s legendary – authentic warmth that mirrors India-Israel people-to-people bonds.’
He marveled at India’s 1.5 billion strength and Israel’s outsized impact: ‘Small in size, giant in deeds and miracles.’
This visit exemplifies how personal touches fortify bilateral ties, promising collaborative futures in innovation and security.