World leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, on Monday, extended best wishes to his Indian counterpart Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi as India celebrates its 77th Independence Day.
In a statement released by the Government of Russia, it praised New Delhi's success in the field of economics, scientific, technical and other fields. It hailed India's stance on global issues and asserted the world's largest democracy enjoys well-earned respect in the world arena.
"Your country has achieved universally acknowledged success in economic, scientific and technical, social and other fields. India enjoys well-earned respect in the world arena and plays an important constructive role in international affairs," read the statement.
France says India can call Paris the most trusted partner
Meanwhile, French President, Emmanuel Macron, reshared a month-old post on Twitter when PM Modi visited Paris and extended warm wishes to India on its special occasion. Taking to social media, he said India can count France in the list of "most trusted allies". Notably, India and France have been sharing deep bonds, especially New Delhi, which has purchased billions of dollars of defence equipment.
"Hearty congratulations to the people of India on Independence Day. A month ago in Paris, my friend @narendramodi and I set new Indo-French ambitions for 2047, the centenary year of India's independence. India can count on France as a reliable friend and partner, always," he wrote.
Nepal PM hopes India achieves progress and prosperity
Besides, the neighbouring nation, Nepal, which shares deep-rooted cultural ties with India, also shared a special message on India's historical day. Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal took to social media and said that the relations between both nations always remain peaceful and filled with prosperity.
"On the auspicious occasion of the 77th Independence Day of India, I extend warm greetings and best wishes to PM @narendramodi ji and to the friendly people of India for continued peace, progress and prosperity @PMOIndia," he said.
US extends greetings on India's Independence Day
Meanwhile, the US State Secretary, in a statement released on August 14, extended the warmest wishes to Indian citizens on their Independence Day.
"On this momentous day, we reflect on the depth and breadth of our strategic partnership, and we celebrate the proud history of the Indian people, who are the key to the bright future we are building together", read the press release issued by Secretary Antony Blinken's office.
Australian PM praises Nehru's efforts in shaping country
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also extended hearty wishes to Indians on Independence Day. "On India's Independence Day, I'm delighted to send my best wishes to communities across Australia that are celebrating," it said. He also recounted the contribution made by former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to his country's common people.
"At the dawn of independence. Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru called for the people of India to labour and to work, and work hard, to give reality to our dreams. Those dreams are for India, but they are also for the world...," it added.
Canada PM Justin Trudeau joins India's Independence Day celebrations
In a statement, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau extended his wishes on India's Independence Day and said that bilateral relations between the two countries is based on strong and longstanding ties, highlighting the role of Indian diaspora. He also said that India will continue to be a key partner for Canada to promote shared values of democracy, pluralism and progress.
"Today, I join the people of India and Indo-Canadian communities across the country to celebrate India’s Independence Day... Canada is home to one of the largest Indian diasporas in the world, with nearly 1.4 million people of Indian descent living in our communities from coast to coast to coast. These communities are an integral part of Canada’s national identity, and today we recognize their valuable contributions, past and present, that have made our country stronger, more prosperous, and more inclusive," he said.
"As the world’s largest democracy, India is – and will continue to be – a key partner for Canada in the promotion of our shared values of democracy, pluralism, and progress. We are committed to building on this rich history of collaboration, including under India’s presidency of the G20 this year. Looking ahead, as Canada strengthens its presence in the region under its Indo-Pacific Strategy, we will continue to work together to preserve the rules-based international order, promote multilateralism, and grow our economic ties to benefit people in both our countries as well as the region at large," he further said.
Confident that our bilateral ties will be strengthened: Sri Lanka
In his congratulatory message for India's Independence Day, Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry exuded confidence that the bilateral ties will be strengthened between both nations.
"Warm Greetings, Minister of External Affairs @DrSJaishankar and the Government & people of India on the occasion of your Independence Day. I am confident that in the years ahead our bilateral ties will be further strengthened between our two nations," he tweeted.
May our strong friendship and cooperation continue to prosper: Israel
Israeli President Isaac Herzog conveyed his 'warmest wishes' to President Droupadi Murmu and to the citizens of India.
"On behalf of all the Israeli people, I extend my heartiest greetings to President Madam Draupadi Murmu @rashtrapatibhvn and all the people of India. May our friendship and cooperation continue to strengthen and prosper," said Herzog in a tweet.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also expressed his "heartfelt congratulations" to PM Modi on the Independence Day.
"Dear Prime Minister @narendramodi and the people of India, on behalf of Israel, I extend heartfelt congratulations on your Independence Day. May our nations continue to grow closer and prosper together," Netanyahu tweeted.
Proud to be India's steadfast partner: Singapore
Singaporan High Commissioner Simon Wong also wished India on its 77th Independence Day, saying that it has much to celebrate and aspire towards - from being the largest democracy to the fastest growing major economy, among other things
"Happy 77th #IndependenceDay to our dearest (Indian) friends! Frm (world's) largest democracy, to fastest growing major econ, space tech epicentre & more - India has much to celebrate & aspire towards. (Singapore) is proud to be (India's) steadfast partner & look fwd to scaling greater heights tgt! - HC Wong," tweeted the Singaporean embassy in India.
Maldives congratulates PM Modi for taking India further towards progress
PM Modi also received praise from his Mauritian counterpart Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, who said that India has shown "unmatched resourcefulness, ingenuity and resilience of its people" to the world
"Independent India has shown to the world the unmatched resourcefulness, ingenuity and resilience of its people. Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi for taking India even further in its stride towards progress. Mauritius is proud of our brotherly ties," Jugnauth tweeted.
