United States President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama were accorded a red carpet welcome upon their arrival in New Delhi for a three-day visit.
The US presidential aircraft, Air Force One, touched down at the Palam Air Force Station tarmac at 9:47 am.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi sidestepped protocol to welcome the Obamas.
After a brief photo call, the visiting dignitaries hopped into ‘the beast’, the armoured US presidential car, and headed for ITC Maurya.
Here’s what lies ahead for Obama on Day 1 of his three-day visit:
Noon: The Obamas are accorded a ceremonial reception at the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
12.40 pm: Visit to Rajghat to pay tributes to Father
of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi and planting a sapling at the venue.
1:30 pm: Luncheon meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and delegation-level talks at the Hyderabad House.
2:24 pm:US president and the prime minister do a walk and talk for the press at Hyderabad House.
3.05 pm: Expanded delegation-level meeting followed by a joint press conference
6:45 pm: Obamas will meet US Embassy staff and their families at the ITC Maurya hotel
7.35 pm: Obama meets President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhawan.
7.50 pm: The First Couple attend a state dinner at Rashtrapati Bhawan
