President Donald Trump made his first official trip to India where he and first lady Melania Trump were enthusiastically greeted from the moment they arrived.

The president expressed his gratitude for the “spectacular welcome” during his speech at a cricket stadium in Ahmadabad where he spoke before an amazing crowd of more than 110,000 people.

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“America will always be faithful and loyal friends to the Indian people,” Trump said at the”Namaste Trump” rally where he announced to the people of India a $3 billion deal to send state-of-the-art military helicopters to the country.

“I am pleased to announce that tomorrow our representatives will sign deals to sell over $3 billion in the absolute finest state of the art military helicopters and other equipment to the Indian armed forces,” Trump said at the Sardar Patel Stadium.

Our two national constitutions both begin with the same three beautiful words: “We the people.” That means that in America and India alike, we honor, respect, trust, empower, and fight for the citizens we proudly serve! ???? pic.twitter.com/hfKKSqlVfe — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 24, 2020

The president and first lady were met at the airport by Prime Minister Narendra Modi who warmly embraced him and walked down a red carpet rolled out for the occasion.

Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner were also at the airport.

A red carpet and more greeted the president.



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Mrs. Trump was celebrated by British columnist Katie Hopkins who noted the stark difference between the Trumps’ visit to India and that of Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, whose 2018 disastrous trip was marked by major fashion blunders.

Oh my word. Would you look at melania. @FLOTUS in India. Hey @JustinTrudeau this is how the professionals do it. pic.twitter.com/blTZ7KmyMw — Katie Hopkins (@KTHopkins) February 24, 2020

Cheering crowds waving American flags greeted the president’s motorcade in Ahmedabad, with billboards showing off images of him and the first lady.

The Trumps visited Sabarmati Ashram, the former home of India’s Mahatma Gandhi.

Trump was met by a “camelcade” near the entrance to the stadium where camels flanked the way in, according to Fox News.

At the stadium, the president’s appearance was anticipated by a massive crowd.

Social media accounts for the country’s political party, India officials and news outlets documented the eye-popping crowd gathered inside the largest cricket stadium in the world.

The world’s biggest democracy welcomes you, Mr. Trump. We may be in Gujarat, but entire India is excited to invite you. The arrival of POTUS, FLOTUS, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner gives the Indo-US ties a familial touch and adds warmth to it: PM Modi #NamasteTrump pic.twitter.com/0yFUKbHQqx — BJP (@BJP4India) February 24, 2020

Electric Atmosphere at Motera Stadium as people eagerly wait to welcome President @realDonaldTrump #NamasteTrump pic.twitter.com/9VyxlynZWU — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 24, 2020

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Trump just won India ???? — FKUJAK {⭐️⭐️⭐️} FREE GENFLYNN ❤️???? (@FKUJAK1) February 24, 2020

“Macho Man” by the Village People was played before Modi and Trump came out on the stage, holding up each other’s arms.

Modi, who was welcomed by Trump with the “Howdy Modi” event held in Houston last September, introduced the president in his speech as a great friend to India and himself.

PM Narendra Modi Welcome Speech at the “Namaste Trump” Event | Modi Wonderfull Speech Today https://t.co/gX9YyjJ6Nh PM Narendra Modi Welcome Speech at the “Namaste Trump” Event | Modi Wonderfull Speech Today #NamasteTrump #KemChoTrump #ModiWithTrump

Huge Crowd At Motera Stad… — Telugu Wirals (@TeluguWirals) February 24, 2020

Trump told the crowd he and the first lady traveled 8,000 miles to deliver a message to the people of India, thanking Modi for the “stunning display of India’s culture and kindness.”

Excellent speech by President Trump in #India. He paid appropriate homage to India’s exceptional democracy. Conjured a powerful vision of India and the U.S. standing together as guardians of freedom in a troubled world. Early signs it has been very well received here in Delhi. — Jeff M. Smith (@Cold_Peace_) February 24, 2020

He described India as a place “where millions upon millions of Hindus and Muslims and Sikhs and Jains, Buddhists, Christians and Jews worship side by side in harmony.”

“India is a country that proudly embraces freedom, liberty, individual rights, the rule of law and the dignity of every human being,” the president added.

“India’s unity is an inspiration to the world” @realDonaldTrump

Thank you Mr President !#NamasteyTrump pic.twitter.com/iFEmWCn2UP — Major Surendra Poonia (@MajorPoonia) February 24, 2020

His references to India’s cultural achievements received cheers from the crowds.

“All over the planet, people take great joy in scenes of bhangra, music, dance, romance and drama… and classic Indian films like DDLJ and Sholay… You cheer on great cricketers like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli,” he said. “This is the country that produces nearly 2,000 movies a year from the hub of genius and creativity known as Bollywood.”

HAPPENING NOW: Pres. Trump visits Taj Mahal during trip to India. https://t.co/dPRvxH7UFV — ABC News (@ABC) February 24, 2020

Many took to Twitter to note Trump’s triumphant visit, as in the video posted by Turning Point USA’s Benny Johnson:

BREAKING: India welcomes triumphant, victorious @realDonaldTrump to India for two celebration-filled days: (This video is “edited” — Cry about it)@mad_liberals pic.twitter.com/Ix5DTP0c5o — Benny (@bennyjohnson) February 23, 2020

One fan’s video went viral after the president retweeted it:

To celebrate Trump’s visit to India I wanted to make a video to show how in my warped mind it will go…… USA and India united! pic.twitter.com/uuPWNRZjk4 — Sol ? (@Solmemes1) February 22, 2020

The president and first lady also flew to Agra where they were treated to a sunset tour of the Taj Mahal.

Pres and Mrs Trump pose for the iconic photo with the Taj Mahal in the background. pic.twitter.com/xtbQ3M52st — Mark Knoller (@markknoller) February 24, 2020

HAPPENING NOW: Pres. Trump visits Taj Mahal during trip to India. https://t.co/dPRvxH7UFV — ABC News (@ABC) February 24, 2020

The president’s trip will include a stop in New Delhi on Tuesday where he is scheduled to take part in ceremonial events and meet with U.S. embassy staffers.