Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump has made a historic comeback in the 2024 US Presidential Elections, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris and securing a second non-consecutive term in the White House. As the world reacts to this monumental political shift, leaders from across the globe have offered their congratulations, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who shared a heartfelt message for his long-time friend.

PM Modi took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to congratulate Trump on his victory. ?Heartiest congratulations, my friend,? Modi wrote, sharing images from past visits with Trump. His tweet reflects the strong personal bond between the two leaders, who have developed a close friendship and working relationship during Trump?s first term as President.

In his tweet, Modi emphasized the significance of the India-US relationship and expressed eagerness for continued cooperation between the two countries. "As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Together, let?s work for the betterment of our people and to promote global peace, stability and prosperity," Modi posted.

The congratulatory message underscores the importance of the partnership between India and the United States, which has grown stronger under both Trump?s and Modi?s leadership. Over the years, the two leaders have worked on various key issues, including trade, defense, and regional security.

In the 2024 US Election, Trump?s victory was hard-fought, with both candidates vying for the 270 electoral votes needed to win the presidency. As of the latest projections, Trump has managed to secure crucial battleground states, leading to his historic win. The US Electoral College system, which comprises 538 total votes from the House of Representatives, Senate, and Washington D.C., was a key factor in this tight race. With his victory, Trump is set to return to office, following a loss to Joe Biden in the 2020 election.

As the political landscape in the United States shifts with Trump?s return to the White House, India and the US are expected to continue their strong bilateral relationship, with Prime Minister Modi hopeful for a renewed era of cooperation between the two global powers.