US President Donald Trump on Wednesday greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India's longest-serving elected prime minister. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said, 'Congratulations to my friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on becoming India's longest-serving Prime Minister. And a Great One he is.'
Trump's Praise for Modi
Trump further stated that Modi is 'a strong, healthy, and wise man, and will have many years of Greatness and Success ahead of him.' The US president's warm message highlighted the strong ties between the two leaders.
Modi's Historic Milestone
Modi achieved the milestone on Wednesday with an unbroken tenure of 4,399 days in office, surpassing the record of India's first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. This marks a significant moment in Indian political history.
The congratulatory message from Trump underscores the close relationship between the two nations and their leaders. Modi's tenure has seen a strengthening of Indo-US ties across various sectors, including defense, trade, and technology.
Observers note that Trump's praise reflects his admiration for Modi's leadership style and the progress India has made under his governance. The message also comes amid ongoing diplomatic engagements between the two countries.
