India's Jaishankar Attends Trump Inauguration as Modi's Special Envoy

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar delivers PM Modi's letter to President Trump during the swearing-in of the 47th U.S. President.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar represented India at Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.
Jaishankar carried a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing India's commitment to strengthening U.S.-India relations.
The inauguration ceremony, held indoors due to extreme cold, featured Chief Justice John Roberts administering the oath of office to Trump.
Jaishankar also attended the Inauguration Day Prayer Service and held bilateral meetings with Japanese and Australian counterparts to discuss Quad cooperation.
India's practice of sending special envoys to global inaugurations highlights its emphasis on diplomatic engagement and international collaboration.