Washington/New Delhi: US President Donald Trump congratulated Prime minister Narendra Modi on his “BIG” election victory, saying “great things” are in store for bilateral ties between the two nations with the Indian premier's re-election.
Prime Minister Modi led his Bharatiya Janata Party towards a super-sized victory for a second term in office.
"Congratulations to Prime Minister @NarendraModi and his BJP party on their BIG election victory!," Trump tweeted.
"Great things are in store for the US-India partnership with the return of PM Modi at the helm. I look forward to continuing our important work together!" he said, as wishes poured in from various parts of the US.
PM Modi thanked Trump for his wishes, saying the victory represents the aspirations of a nation of 1.3 billion people.
"I too am looking forward to working closely with you for closer bilateral ties, which also augur well for global peace and prosperity," Modi tweeted.
Modi also thanked Congress president Rahul Gandhi, NC leader Omar Abdullah, DMK's MK Stalin and Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh for their wishes.