• Source:JND
Add as a preferred

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his UK Counterpart Keir Starmer recently bonded over tea during a session of 'chai pe charcha' at Chequers, the official country residence of the British Prime Minister. During the meet, an Indian ‘chaiwala’ named Akhil Patel caught everybody’s attention when he offered both leaders his signature masala chai. In the video, which is now viral on social media, Akhil wittily says from ‘one chaiwala to another’ while pouring a cup of hot tea for PM Modi.

PM Modi just wrapped up the UK leg of his two-nation tour and is currently on a state visit to Maldives from July 25-26.

ALSO READ: Sunjay Kapoor's Mother Says 'Was Forced To Sign Documents' After Son's 'Suspicious' Death; Wants Sona Comstar To Defer AGM

Akhil also shared secrets about his freshly brewed 'masala chai' during his interaction with the two leaders. On this, PM Modi looks at Starmer and says "you get the taste of India."

PM Modi also shared pictures from his meeting with Akhil on his X account.

'Chai Pe Charcha' with Keir Starmer at Chequers… brewing stronger India-UK ties!" PM Modi's caption read.

Akhil Patel posted a video on his company's official Instagram page.

"Just a casual Thursday serving chai for @narendramodi @keirstarmer What a crazy day! Beyond honoured. We’ll be sharing the full story with you next week so keep your eyes peeled!” the caption to the video read.

ALSO READ: Gujarat Weather Forecast: IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alert In Ahmedabad, Navsari, Amreli, Other Districts Till July 30

As per Akhil's LinkedIn bio, he studied at the University College School in Hampstead, London. Later, he pursued a Bachelor of Science (BSc), Management from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).