'Badhaai ho': Israel PM congratulates PM Modi on historic 3rd term, hopes ties with India surge 'new heights'
By Sunita Iyer | First Published Jun 5, 2024, 12:50 PM ISTSeveral world leaders, including Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, have congratulated PM Narendra Modi on the victory of the BJP-led NDA coalition in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024.
Several world leaders, including Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, and Nepalese PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', have congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the victory of the BJP-led NDA coalition in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 and expressed their desire to work closely with him.
The Election Commission of India has declared results for all Lok Sabha constituencies, with the Bharatiya Janata Party winning 240 of the 543 seats and the Congress securing 99. While the BJP-led NDA is comfortably above the majority mark of 272 in the 543-member Lok Sabha, the BJP itself has fallen short of the magic number for the first time since 2014.
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"I extend my warmest congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being reelected for a third consecutive term. May the friendship between India and Israel continue to surge towards new heights. Badhaai Ho!" wrote Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu in a post on X on Wednesday.
I extend my warmest congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being reelected for a third consecutive term.
May the friendship between India and Israel continue to surge towards new heights. Badhaai Ho !
The Israel PM's post comes days after the country asked its citizens on Monday to consider India a tourist destination after Maldives prohibited the entry of Israeli tourists into the island country.
It's worth noting that last week India expressed 'deep concerns' about Israeli strikes on the refugee camps in Rafah amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and emphasized that New Delhi has consistently called for the protection of the civilian population and respect for international humanitarian law.
"The heartbreaking loss of civilian lives in the displacement camp in Rafah is a matter of deep concern. We have consistently called for the protection of the civilian population and respect for international humanitarian law in the ongoing conflict," MEA had said referring to the air strikes by Israel on refugee camp in Gaza's Rafah.
Other world leaders congratulate PM Modi
Earlier today, Ukraine Prime Minister Volodymyr Zelenskyy too extended wishes to PM Modi in a post on X. "I welcome the successful holding of the world’s largest democratic elections in India. Congratulations to Prime Minister @NarendraModi, the BJP, and BJP-led NDA on the third consecutive victory in India's parliamentary elections," he wrote.
"I wish the people of India peace and prosperity, and I hope for continued cooperation between our countries. India and Ukraine share common values and a rich history. May our partnership continue to thrive, bringing progress and mutual understanding for our nations. Everyone in the world recognizes the significance and weight of India's role in global affairs. It is critical that we all work together to ensure a just peace for all nations. In this regard, we also look forward to seeing India attend the Peace Summit," Zelenskyy added.
I welcome the successful holding of the world’s largest democratic elections in India. Congratulations to Prime Minister , the BJP, and BJP-led NDA on the third consecutive victory in India's parliamentary elections.
I wish the people of India peace and prosperity,…
मैं भारत के विश्व के सबसे बड़े लोकतांत्रिक चुनावों के सफलतापूर्वक आयोजन का अभिवादन करता हूँ। भारत के संसदीय चुनावों में लगातार तीसरी जीत पर प्रधानमंत्री , भारतीय जनता पार्टी और उनके नेतृत्व वाला एन.डी.ए को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ।
मैं भारत के लोगों के लिए शांति और…
Italian PM Meloni, who said that both countries would continue to work together to "strengthen the friendship that unites" Italy and India. ""Congratulations to @narendramodi on the new electoral victory and my warmest wishes for good work. Certain that we will continue to work together to strengthen the friendship that unites Italy and India and consolidate cooperation on the various issues that bind us, for the well-being of our nations and our people," she said in her post on X.
In response, PM Modi said that his government was "committed to deepening India-Italy strategic partnership which is underpinned by shared values and interests".
Thank you for your kind wishes PM . We remain committed to deepening India-Italy strategic partnership which is underpinned by shared values and interests. Looking forward to working together for global good. https://t.co/Qe7sFoASfg
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu also congratulated Modi and voiced his desire to work with the Indian prime minister to advance the bilateral ties.
"Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi and the BJP and BJP-led NDA, on the success in the 2024 Indian General Election, for the third consecutive term. I look forward to working together to advance our shared interests in pursuit of shared prosperity and stability for our two countries," said Muizzu, whose statements and actions have hit bilateral ties since the pro-China leader assumed office in November last year.
Thank you President . Maldives is our valued partner and neighbour in the Indian Ocean Region. I too look forward to closer cooperation for further strengthening our bilateral ties. https://t.co/CMtAWD0pGB
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Sri Lankan President Wickremesinghe extended his warmest felicitations to the BJP-led NDA on its victory, highlighting the confidence of the Indian people in the progress and prosperity under Modi's leadership.
"As the closest neighbour Sri Lanka looks forward to further strengthening the partnership with India," the Sri Lankan president wrote on X.
Thank you . I look forward to our continued cooperation on the India-Sri Lanka Economic Partnership. https://t.co/seOUZfLAd7
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Here's a look at some of the reactions by world leaders after PM Modi's historic election victory:
Thank you my friend Prime Minister for your warm wishes. Bharat-Bhutan relations will continue to grow strength to strength. https://t.co/wNvpPjWwnt
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Thank you for your wishes, my friend . As the India-Sri Lanka partnership charts new frontiers, look forward to your continued support. https://t.co/UvGo5ps6vU
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Thank you for your warm wishes! Our relations with Sri Lanka are special and uniquely fraternal. We are committed to further strengthen our unbreakable bonds in keeping with our neighbourhood first policy! https://t.co/6mf5x0FsuZ
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Thank you for your kind wishes. We value your constant support for enhancement of India - Maldives relationship. https://t.co/y0iB8kBoWl
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Thank you for your warm wishes . We share your desire to see our relationship with Maldives achieving new heights. https://t.co/ZZtVPBT0Pz
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Thank you Prime Minister . India-Jamaica relations are marked by centuries-old people-to-people ties. I look forward to working together with you for the welfare of our people. https://t.co/cA0oG0kD4T
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Appreciate your kind message Vice President . We will continue to work together to deepen bilateral partnership. https://t.co/CIyX1rj2El
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)Thank you Prime Minister . I look forward to working with you for a strong partnership between India and Barbados for the welfare of our peoples. https://t.co/DYJq95Unya
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)My sincere congratulations to Prime Minister on his election victory. We look forward to enhancing the fast-growing - partnership, expanding our collaboration on trade, technology & other sectors to contribute to peace & prosperity in the .
— 賴清德Lai Ching-te (@ChingteLai)
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