‘Violence has no place in democracy’: PM Modi condemns US shooting, expresses relief that Trump is safe

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed relief that US President Donald Trump, the First Lady, and the Vice President were safe following the recent security incident at a hotel in Washington, D.C.

In a message posted on social media platform X, Modi said he was “relieved to learn” that all key leaders were “safe and unharmed.”

Relieved to learn that President Trump, the First Lady and Vice President are safe and unharmed following the recent security incident at a Washington DC hotel. I extend my best wishes for their continued safety and well-being. Violence has no place in a democracy and must be…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 26, 2026

He also extended his best wishes for their continued safety and well-being. His remarks came soon after reports confirmed that a suspect had attempted to breach security at the venue but was quickly stopped by law enforcement.

The Prime Minister strongly condemned the act, stressing that violence has no place in a democratic society.

Message against violence

The PM underlined the importance of upholding democratic values and ensuring safety at public gatherings. “Violence has no place in a democracy and must be unequivocally condemned,” he said, sending a clear message against such incidents.

Shots fired at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Earlier, Trump and other dignitaries were rushed out of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after shots were fired in the area. In the videos circulating online, Trump and the guests were seen taking cover after a loud noise was heard in the area.

Neither the president nor the vice president was injured in the incident. Secret Service agents quickly responded after shots rang out, leaping onto the dais and escorting the President away from the scene.

While the suspect was intercepted before causing large-scale harm, the incident has raised fresh questions about security at high-profile gatherings.