Barack Obama departs, thanks Narendra Modi for memorable visit

New Delhi, Jan 27: US President Barack Obama on Tuesday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a "memorable visit" and the people of India for their warm welcome here.

"Thank you @NarendraModi for a memorable visit, and to the Indian people for their warm welcome. #India -bo," said a tweet by the White House.

Thank you @NarendraModi for a memorable visit, and to the Indian people for their warm welcome. #India -bo

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) January 27, 2015

Obama, along with wife Michelle, was on a three-day visit to India that concluded on Tuesday.

He was the chief guest at the 66th Republic Day parade here. Obama addressed 2000 people at the Siri Fort auditorium today where he interacted with the members of the audience after his speech.

Meanwhile, PM Narendra Modi too tweeted and bid farewell to Obama.

Farewell @WhiteHouse! Your visit has taken India-USA ties to a new level & opened a new chapter. Wish you a safe journey.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 27, 2015

As for the rainy day yesterday, as you yourself said @WhiteHouse today morning, Bade Bade Deshon Mein... :)

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 27, 2015

IANS