Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the role of Kutchi Leva Patel community in the development of East Africa, calling Indians living abroad country's “permanent ambassadors”. Addressing silver jubilee celebrations of the Shree Kutchi Leva Patel Samaj in Nairobi, Kenya via video conferencing, Modi commended contribution of the community in various welfare activities and development of East Africa. He recalled the role of members of Indian community in Kenya's freedom movement.
Addressing the gathering in Gujarati, he said, “Kutch which was once considered a deserted place, has been converted into a prime tourist destination.” He also highlighted the double engine strength of the Centre and the state government in carrying out the development activities in the region. “The region has received thousands of crore rupees of investment in last few years.” In the address, Modi also invited people in the gathering to next year's Kumbh Mela to experience the cultural and spiritual tradition of India.
