PM Modi Gets Rousing Welcome In Rome, Meets Indian Diaspora In Italy | Watch

PM Modi Gets Rousing Welcome In Rome, Meets Indian Diaspora In Italy | Watch Published By, Last Updated: May 20, 2026, 07:20 IST The Rome visit marks the concluding phase of Prime Minister Modi’s five-country diplomatic tour. Rapid Read PM Modi Meets Indian Community in Rome (Visuals: ANI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rome on Tuesday as part of the final leg of his five-nation foreign tour. During the visit, India and Italy are expected to work towards upgrading bilateral ties into a special strategic partnership. Prime Minister Modi was warmly received at the airport by Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani. Sharing details of the arrival, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the visit would add fresh momentum to relations between the two countries. “India and Italy share a longstanding and multifaceted partnership. The visit is set to add new momentum to the India-Italy partnership," Jaiswal said. Scripting a new chapter in the India-Italy Strategic Partnership.Prime Minister @narendramodi arrives in Rome on an official visit to Italy. He was warmly received at the airport by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio… pic.twitter.com/Vo96mWmPnO — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) May 19, 2026 Giorgia Meloni welcomes PM Modi Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also welcomed Narendra Modi after his arrival in Italy. In a social media post, Meloni wrote, “Welcome to Rome, my friend!" while sharing a photograph with the Indian Prime Minister. The visit comes at a time when both countries are seeking to strengthen cooperation under the India-Italy Strategic Partnership framework. Welcome to Rome, my friend! 🇮🇹🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/mUjFL4HIqY— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) May 19, 2026 Indian diaspora greets PM After arriving in Rome, Prime Minister Modi met members of the Indian diaspora and others gathered outside the hotel where he is staying. Videos and visuals from the venue showed enthusiastic crowds welcoming the Prime Minister during his visit to the Italian capital. The interaction with the Indian community formed part of the ceremonial welcome during Modi’s stay in Rome. #WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets the members of the Indian diaspora and people gathered to welcome him at the hotel he is staying at in Rome, Italy(Source: ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/563g69UkGE — ANI (@ANI) May 19, 2026 India-Italy ties The Rome visit marks the concluding phase of Prime Minister Modi’s five-country diplomatic tour. According to officials, discussions during the visit are expected to focus on deepening cooperation between India and Italy across multiple sectors. Italian officials indicated that both nations are looking at elevating ties to the level of a special strategic partnership, signalling closer collaboration in the future. PM Modi presented painting of Varanasi Ghats During his visit, Prime Minister Modi was also presented with a painting depicting the ghats of Varanasi. #WATCH | Rome, Italy | Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented with a painting depicting the ghats of Varanasi.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Italy, on the last leg of his five-nation visit. (Source: ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/XB8DpEgXnD — ANI (@ANI) May 19, 2026 The artwork reflected the cultural and spiritual significance of the city, which is also the Prime Minister’s parliamentary constituency. The presentation took place as Modi continued engagements during the Italy visit. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit Location: Italy First Published: May 20, 2026, 07:14 IST News world PM Modi Gets Rousing Welcome In Rome, Meets Indian Diaspora In Italy | Watch Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Loading comments...