PM Modi's Navratri Fast Not An Issue: White House

WASHINGTON: In view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi observing 'Navratri' fast during his US visit, the White House on Wednesday said this is unlikely to be an issue as they respectfully accommodate the practices of visitors. "We are aware of the Prime Minister's plans to fast during his visit to Washington. As with all guests hosted by U.S. Presidents over the years, we always work to respectfully accommodate the practices of our visitors," said Caitlin Hayden, Spokesperson of the National Security Council.

"The President looks forward to a successful bilateral visit with the Prime Minister, and we do not anticipate this being an issue in any way," Hayden told PTI when asked about Modi's Navratri fast, during which he will be on a liquid diet and consume lemonade with some honey and a cup of tea every day. The White House did not provide any further details, of what Modi would be served during the private working dinner hosted by U.S. President Barack Obama at the White House on September 29.

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