Delhi, 21 October (H.S.): In a public display of diplomatic camaraderie, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended warm birthday wishes to his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu, and reciprocated greetings for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights.The exchange underscored the strong and enduring strategic partnership between the two nations.
In a message posted on the social media platform 'X', Prime Minister Modi addressed Netanyahu directly, expressing gratitude and well-wishes. Thank you, my dear friend, for your warm Diwali greetings, PM Modi wrote.
I also extend my heartiest wishes on your birthday. Wishing you good health and success.
The post concluded with a forward-looking statement on the bilateral relationship, with PM Modi expressing his hope that the India-Israel Strategic Partnership continue to flourish in the years to come.
The friendly exchange came after Prime Minister Netanyahu had wished Modi and the people of India a happy Diwali, calling the two nations partners in innovation, friendship, defence.
The dual occasion of Netanyahu's birthday and the global celebration of Diwali provided a unique opportunity for the two leaders to publicly reinforce the personal and political ties that have become a hallmark of their tenures. The interaction was met with positive reception, highlighting the robust nature of the diplomatic relationship between India and Israel.
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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar