New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the US presidential elections, expressing eagerness to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi referred to Trump as a "friend" and conveyed his commitment to working together for the betterment of their people and promoting global peace, stability, and prosperity.
"Heartiest congratulations, my friend, Donald Trump, on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Together, let’s work for the betterment of our people and to promote global peace, stability, and prosperity," PM Modi wrote.
The post gained unprecedented traction, surpassing 7.5 million views, with around 285,000 likes, 48,000 retweets, and over 7,400 comments by the time of reporting. The heartfelt message sparked excitement on social media, with many users labeling the relationship between the two leaders as one of "best friends" and expressing anticipation for future collaboration.
PM Modi's congratulatory post came hours after Trump declared his victory, with media outlets projecting him to win 277 Electoral College votes, surpassing the 270 mark needed to secure the presidency. The leaders' warm rapport has been a key aspect of strengthening bilateral ties. During PM Modi's recent US visit, Trump praised the Indian Prime Minister, referring to him as a "fantastic man," and highlighted their personal connection.
In a podcast, Trump even called Modi a "total killer" when referring to the Prime Minister's handling of adversaries, underscoring his respect for Modi's leadership. PM Modi, however, had politely declined any outside help during moments of tension, stating, “I will do it, and I will do anything necessary. We've defeated them for hundreds of years.”
This latest exchange marks a continuation of the close ties between the two leaders, reflecting the growing significance of the India-US relationship in global geopolitics.
With IANS inputs