Houston: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi arrived in the US on Sunday on a three-day visit, his first visit to the US after assuming the post of Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha.

"I am extremely happy to have received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora and members of the Indian Overseas Congress in Dallas, Texas, USA," Rahul said on Twitter.

Sharing some pictures of his arrival in America, he wrote - 'I am looking forward to engaging in meaningful discussions and in-depth conversations during this visit, which will further strengthen the ties between the two countries.'

Why has Rahul Gandhi gone to America?

Indian Overseas Congress president Sam Pitroda had said last week that Rahul Gandhi is not coming to the US on an official visit but during his stay he will personally interact with various people at the US Parliament building.

I visited the US with my family: DK Shivakumar

On the other hand, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar dismissed reports that he was going to the US to meet some top leaders including former President Barack Obama, Vice President and presidential candidate Kamala Harris. He said that his week-long visit to the US is a personal trip with his family.