Mukesh Ambani, Wife Nita To Attend Donald Trump’s Inauguration As 47th US President

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani will be among the distinguished guests at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday, marking the beginning of his second term as the 47th President of the United States.

Prominent Seating and Event Participation

The Ambanis will hold a prime spot at the ceremony, seated alongside other high-profile attendees, including Trump's Cabinet nominees and elected officials. Their itinerary begins on January 18 when they arrive in Washington, D.C., ahead of the inaugural festivities.

Schedule of Events

Saturday, January 18: The inaugural celebrations kick off with a reception and a fireworks display at the Trump National Golf Club in Virginia, followed by a Cabinet reception and a Vice President's dinner, which the Ambanis are expected to attend.

Inauguration Day, Monday, January 20: The Ambanis will witness the historic ceremony, joining global business and political leaders, including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and French billionaire Xavier Niel, alongside their spouses.

International and Tech Representation

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, along with QUAD foreign ministers, and Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya are also set to attend, underscoring the international significance of the event. Zuckerberg, co-hosting a black-tie reception with Republican mega-donor Miriam Adelson, is expected to welcome prominent figures, including the Ambanis.

Historic Ceremony Moved Indoors

Due to sub-freezing temperatures forecasted in Washington, D.C., Trump's swearing-in will take place inside the Capitol Rotunda-marking the first indoor inauguration in 40 years. Public viewing will be limited, with overflow plans accommodating guests at the city's professional basketball and hockey arena.

Donald Trump, who previously served as the 45th President from 2017 to 2021, will take the oath of office, marking a return to the presidency amidst a gathering of global luminaries and influential figures.