Ro Khanna : In a captivating meeting of minds transcending continents and cultures, Bollywood luminary Amitabh Bachchan and United States Congressman Ro Khanna delved into the realms of artificial intelligence (AI) and the enduring values that shape our collective destiny. The rendezvous, described by Congressman Khanna as an “honour and a privilege,” took place at Bachchan’s stately residence in Mumbai on Saturday.
Amitabh Bachchan, an emblematic figure in Indian cinema, is hailed by Congressman Ro Khanna as “the biggest brand ambassador for India in the world.” As the co-chair of the Congressional India Caucus, Ro Khanna has been instrumental in fostering stronger ties between India and the United States. Together with his fellow co-chair, Congressman Michael Waltz, Khanna is leading a bipartisan Congressional delegation on an enriching journey through India.
“We had a wide-ranging conversation for an hour on Artificial intelligence (AI)…the rise of India, Bachchan’s father, and the importance of the US-India relationship,” shared Congressman Ro Khanna, reflecting on the enlightening tête-à-tête with Bachchan. Khanna further emphasized, “Amitabh Bachchan’s life story embodies the story of India. He is the biggest brand ambassador for India to the world.”
Ro Khanna & During The Dialogue
During their dialogue, the duo explored the intricacies of artificial intelligence and its potential to reshape the world as we know it. Bachchan’s profound influence on both Indian cinema and society lends his insights a unique perspective, enriching the discourse on AI’s transformative power.
“I told Mr Bachchan that he must visit the United States again —that he offers hope to so many Indian American immigrants like my family and parents and he is a symbol for the rise of India and Indian-Americans,” Ro Khanna passionately asserted, affirming the indomitable spirit that Bachchan embodies.
Their conversation transcended technological frontiers, delving into the realm of eternal values that transcend time and culture. “We discussed the importance of the eternal values —compassion, respect, consideration, empathy —and how much these values matter more ultimately to our future,” Ro Khanna revealed. This profound exploration of human values underscores the shared aspirations that bind India and the United States, igniting a beacon of hope for a harmonious global future.
The resonating impact of their meeting was encapsulated in a heartwarming tweet by Bachchan himself: “An honour and a privilege.” In response, Congressman Khanna shared his sentiment, “It was an absolute honour to meet with @SrBachchan. He was proud of India’s journey since independence linked with his own life and of the Indian American community. He presented me with a book by his father who knew my grandfather.”
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