Japan's ambassador to India speaks fluent Gujarati at Modi event
Japan's Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, surprised everyone by giving a fluent Gujarati speech at an event with PM Modi in Hansalpur, Gujarat. The moment instantly went viral online.
The occasion? The launch of Maruti Suzuki's new electric vehicle and battery plant, where PM Modi also unveiled the e-Vitara EV.
PM Modi to visit Japan next week
PM Modi used the event to highlight the strong cultural and business ties between India and Japan—pointing out how projects like Maruti Suzuki show what both countries can achieve together.
Keiichi's heartfelt effort in Gujarati really struck a chord with people there and online.
Looking ahead, PM Modi is set to visit Japan on August 29-30, 2025 for talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and top business leaders about future collaboration in tech, defense, and more. He'll then head to China for a major regional summit.