Archive · 25 Jul 2025
PM Modi's Tea Time in UK with Chai Wala & Keir Starmer
During his UK visit, Indian PM Modi had tea with UK PM Starmer, served by Akhil Patel.
Patel, who runs a tea brand called Amala Chai, is from the UK, making tea with Indian spices.
He joked, calling PM Modi a fellow "chai wala," which made the news.
The tea came from India.
PM Modi was in the UK to talk with the UK leaders.
There was a trade deal signed while he was there.
Akhil Patel, founder of Amala Chai, served masala tea to PM Modi and UK PM Keir Starmer in London.
Patel's comment, "From one chai wala to another," to PM Modi went viral.
The tea was sourced from Assam and flavored with Kerala spices.
PM Modi's visit included signing a free trade deal and meeting King Charles III.
Amala Chai sources tea and spices directly from family farms in India.
- Who
- Akhil Patel, PM Modi, and UK PM Keir Starmer.
- What
- Akhil Patel served masala tea to PM Modi and Keir Starmer.
- When
- During PM Modi's recent visit.
- Where
- London, at Chequers, the UK PM's residence.
- Why
- The tea event was a symbolic moment during the visit, highlighting cultural connections.
- Tea Vendor
- Akhil Patel, Amala Chai
- Tea Source
- Assam (leaves), Kerala (spices)
- Event Location
- Chequers, UK
- PM Modi's Comment
- ‘Chai Pe Charcha’ with PM Keir Starmer
- Amala Chai's focus
- Authenticity and ethical sourcing