Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday wishing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on his birthday, terming him as a popular leader who has "risen" from the grassroots.
"Greetings to Bihar's Chief Minister and my friend, Nitish Kumar Ji. A popular leader who has risen from the grassroots, he's been at the forefront of furthering Bihar's development. His passion towards social empowerment is noteworthy. Praying for his long and healthy life," Modi tweeted.
Nitish Kumar, who is also president of the JD(U), turned 69 on Sunday.\
(With inputs from PTI)