NEW DELHI:  Prime Minister,Narendra Modi has congratulated Joe Biden on assumption of office as President of the United States of America.

In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister said “My warmest congratulations to @JoeBiden on his assumption of office as President of the United States of America. I look forward to working with him to strengthen India-US strategic partnership.

My best wishes for a successful term in leading USA as we stand united and resilient in addressing common challenges and advancing global peace and security.

The India-US partnership is based on shared values. We have a substantial and multifaceted bilateral agenda, growing economic engagement and vibrant people to people linkages. Committed to working with President @JoeBiden to take the India-US partnership to even greater heights.”

Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has  also congratulated Kamala Harris on assumption of office as Vice President of the United States of America.

In a tweet, the Prime Minister said “Congratulations to @KamalaHarris on being sworn-in as @VP. It is a historic occasion. Looking forward to interacting with her to make India-USA relations more robust. The India-USA partnership is beneficial for our planet.”