PM Modi woos Indian diaspora at Madison Square Garden

Modi's dream for India was the mainstay of his speech. "Sixty-five per cent Indians are below the age of 35. A country that has this treasure, whose fingers have the power to connect with the entire world through the computer, whose youngsters are eager to make their mark, such a nation doesn't need to look back," he said.

"India has three things no other nation has: Democracy, our biggest strength and treasure. Demographic dividend: a nation that has 65 per cent of its population below 35-year olds can't ask for a more precious treasure. Demand: the entire world is looking to India because a nation of 125 crore is a big market with a huge demand. There is no nation in the world with all three. India will conquer new heights on the back of this wealth," declared Modi.

"Prime Minister Modi's speech at Madison Square Garden was a home-run. He hit all the right themes, highlighted all the right issues, and brought the US-India relationship to a new high," Congresswoman Grace Meng from New York said.

Traditional dancers perform during a reception by the Indian community in honor of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States at Madison Square Garden.

No Modi speech is without specifics, and this was also no different. The PM made it a point to address NRI concerns, and promise solutions. Indians settled abroad who hold Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cards would get long-term visas as well as visas on arrival, Modi announced.