Elon Musk, world leaders congratulate PM Modi for victory in the world’s largest elections

India's Prime MinisterNarendra Modi,announced victory in the Lok Sabha elections, late Tuesday (Jun 4). At the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi,Modi told party members,"Today is a very auspicious day and the NDA is going to form the government for the third consecutive time. We are all thankful to the public for this. People of nation have reposed their faith in the BJP and the NDA, and our victory is win of the world's biggest democracy."

Even before all votes were counted, congratulatory messages for PM Modi and his National Democratic Alliance (NDA)pouredin from various international leaders.

With all votes counted as of Wednesday (Jun 5) morning, BJP-led NDA has secured a majority with 292 seats.

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Elon Musk

The US billionaire on Friday (June 7) congratulated Modi on his X social media platform. "Congratulations Narendra Modi on your victory in the world’s largest democratic elections! Looking forward to my companies doing exciting work in India," Musk wrote.

EU

"Congratulations to the people of India! And congratulations@narendramodi. As the EU moves into its own elections, we celebrate the voice of the people in our democracies, the two biggest in the world. I look forward to a continued fruitful partnership between the EU and India," EU presidentUrsula von der Leyen wrote on X.

United States

"Congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the National Democratic Alliance on their victory, and the nearly 650 million voters in this historic election. The friendship between our nations is only growing as we unlock a shared future of unlimited potential," US President Joe Biden wrote on X.

Russia

According to the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his party for winning the Indian legislative elections during their phone conversation. Both parties committed to maintaining a friendly relationship and expressed pleasure with the degree of strategic collaboration between Russia and India.

"Thank President Putin for his call to convey his warm wishes and felicitations to the people of India for record participation in general elections and the NDA’s success. We underlined our shared commitment to further strengthen India-Russia Special & Privileged Strategic Partnership," PM Modi wrote on X.

United Kingdom

"Today I spoke to@narendramodito congratulate him on his election victory. The UK and India share the closest of friendships, and together that friendship will continue to thrive. ब्रिटेन और भारत के बीच करीबी मित्रता है, और साथ मिलकर यह मित्रता आगे बढ़ती रहेगी।" Rishi Sunak wrote on X.

Mauritius

“Congratulations Prime Minister Modi Ji @narendramodi on your laudable victory for a historic third term. Under your helm, the largest democracy will continue to achieve remarkable progress. Long live the Mauritius-India special relationship,” Mauritius PM Pravind Kumar Jugnauth wrote on X.

Bhutan

"Congratulations to my friend PM @narendramodi ji and NDA for the historic 3rd consecutive win in the world’s biggest elections. As he continues to lead Bharat to great heights, I look forward to working closely with him to further strengthen the relations between our 2 countries," BhutanPM Tshering Tobgay wrote on X.

Nepal

"Congratulations to PM @narendramodi on the electoral success of BJP and NDA in the Loksabha elections for the third consecutive term. We are happy to note the successful completion of the world’s largest democratic exercise with enthusiastic participation of the people of India,"Nepal PM Prachanda wrote on X.

Sri Lanka

"I extend my warmest felicitations to the@BJP4Indialed NDA on its victory, demonstrating the confidence of the Indian people in the progress and prosperity under the leadership of PM@narendramodi. As the closest neighbour Sri Lanka looks forward to further strengthening the partnership with India,"Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe wrote on X.

"Congratulations to PM@narendramodiji and NDA on a historic win. We look forward to being inspired by a new chapter of big decisions for India and another chapter of India’s “Neighborhood First Policy,” leader of the Opposition of Sri Lanka,Sajith Premadasa posted on X.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh's PM Hasinasent a congratulatory letter to PM Modi over election win.

Maldives

Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, while congratulating PM Modi, wrote on X, "Congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP and BJP-led NDA, on the success in the 2024 Indian General Election, for the third consecutive term. I look forward to working together to advance our shared interests in pursuit of shared prosperity and stability for our two countries."

"Congratulations to Prime Minister Shri@narendramodion being re-elected for a historic third term. Under your leadership, #India has significantly improved its relationship with #Maldives and the region. I am confident you will build on these successes towards greater cooperation. I also commend the people and institutions of India for their resilience and commitment to democracy, as the world’s largest democratic exercise draws to a close,"Maldives leader of opposition, President of MDP and Former FMAbdulla Shahid wrote on X.

Italy

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloniextended her best wishes to PM Modi on his victory.

"Congratulations to @narendramodi on the new electoral victory and my warmest wishes for good work. Certain that we will continue to work together to strengthen the friendship that unites Italy and India and consolidate cooperation on the various issues that bind us, for the well-being of our Nations and our peoples," said Italian PM Meloni, in a post on X.

Antonio Guterres

"Can't comment before all the counting is done, but congratulations to the people of India for "massive exercise of democracy", saidUnited Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres spokespersonon PM Modi'swin.

Ukraine

Ukrainian PresidentVolodymyr Zelensky took to X andcongratulated PM Modi and the BJP-led alliance NDA on itsthird consecutive victory and said that he looks forward to seeing New Delhi at theUkraine peace summit, later this month,in Switzerland.

"I welcome the successful holding of the world’s largest democratic elections in India. Congratulations to Prime Minister@NarendraModi, the BJP, and BJP-led NDA on the third consecutive victory in India's parliamentary elections."

He added, "I wish the people of India peace and prosperity, and I hope for continued cooperation between our countries. India and Ukraine share common values and a rich history. May our partnership continue to thrive, bringing progress and mutual understanding for our nations."

"Everyone in the world recognizes the significance and weight of India's role in global affairs. It is critical that we all work together to ensure a just peace for all nations. In this regard, we also look forward to seeing India attend the Peace Summit," said Zelensky, on X.

Israel

"I extend my warmest congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being reelected for a third consecutive term.
May the friendship between India and Israel continue to surge towards new heights. Badhaai Ho !" said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Japan

After the outcome of the general election in India, on June 5, Japan'sPrime MinisterFumio Kishidacongratulated his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, said the Japanese foreign ministry in a statement.

It added, PM Kishida "expressed his wish that Prime Minister Modi would exercise leadership for India’s further development and stated that he would like to closely work with Prime Minister Modi toward realizing a 'Free and Open Indo-Pacific'".

China

"China is ready to work with India to promote the healthy and stable development of relations between the two countries, in the fundamental interests of the two countries and peoples, with an eye to the big picture and a view to the future,"said foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning.

Taiwan

"My sincere congratulations to Prime Minister@narendramodi on his election victory. We look forward to enhancing the fast-growing #Taiwan-#India partnership, expanding our collaboration on trade, technology & other sectors to contribute to peace & prosperity in the #IndoPacific," said Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te.

Iran

"Congratulations to PM@narendramodi on his recent victory in Indian elections.Under your leadership, India has become a major partner of I.R. Iran.Let's hope for the best relations between two friendly nations: Iran & India," said Iran's interim President Mohammad Mokhber.

Jamaica

"Congratulations to Prime Minister@narendramodi as he prepares to embark on a historic third term as India’s head of government," said PMAndrew Holness, on X.

Barbados

Congratulations to Prime Minister@narendramodi on his victory in India's elections, which has seen him secure an unprecedented third term.Under his leadership, India has become a global leader and ally to Barbados and the Caribbean region. Let's continue to build together!" said PMMia Amor Mottley.

(With inputs from agencies)