“As this is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Israel, we will ensure it is unique and special,” Vijai Chauthaiwale, head of the BJP’s Foreign Policy Cell, told The Hindu before leaving for Israel. Organisers say they expect at least 6,000-7,000 people to attend the event. The venue is yet to be finalised, but officials are inspecting a few options, including the Tel Aviv “fairgrounds” or convention centre. Israel is home to 80,000 people of Indian origin, mainly those who have taken “Aliyah,” as the migration of the Jewish diaspora to Israel is called. In Jerusalem, Mr. Modi will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Source: The Hindu May 17, 2017 18:47 UTC