The Significance of PM Modi's State Visit to the US.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the United States for an official state visit, where he will address a joint session of Congress and be feted at a White House state dinner. Despite criticism of Modi's right-wing populist agenda and human rights record, Democrats and Republicans alike are welcoming him in pursuit of a strategically important relationship that will allow the US to counter China's influence. The welcome marches organized by Modi's right-wing Bharatiya Janata Party likely sought to enhance his political image at home ahead of a general election next year.