Outgoing US envoy Eric Garcetti shared an emotional farewell message reflecting on his time in India. His post was even more touching as he included a special connection to Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic dialogue from Om Shanti Om.
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US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, shared an emotional video on X, reflecting on his deep connection with India, which he first visited as a child and later as a student. He praised the warmth, hospitality, “dosti,” and “zinda dili” of Indians, highlighting how these experiences deeply touched his heart.
Eric Garcetti fondly recalled being welcomed into shops, homes, and schools, and how India’s festivals, music, cuisine, and art left a lasting impression on him. He gave special mention to his travels across Varanasi, Meghalaya, Kerala, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, and Bangalore, describing these experiences as unforgettable.
In conclusion, Eric Garcetti expressed confidence in the enduring bond between the US and India, emphasizing that their relationship will only grow stronger in the future. He ended his message with Shah Rukh Khan’s famous dialogue from Om Shanti Om as he said, “Our relationship is truly an enduring story of love for the ages. And we are only getting started. Picture abhi baaki hai mere dost!”
He wrote, ‘As I bid farewell to India after serving as the 26th U.S. Ambassador to this amazing country, my heart is full. You’ve given me a second home, a family of friends, and memories that will last a lifetime. Today, I leave as more than an ambassador—I leave as a lifelong friend and supporter of #USIndiaFWDfortheFuture.’
Eric Garcetti met Shah Rukh Khan in 2023 at his Mannat bungalow. In 2024, he shared with ANI about their meeting, recalling how they initially discussed cricket, as he was involved as a cricket team owner.
