Modi congratulates Venkaiah, says VP-elect will serve nation with dedication
The prime minister's message came immediately after Naidu, the ruling NDA's candidate, was declared winner in the vice presidential polls.
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Venkaiah Naidu on being elected as the Vice President and expressed confidence that he will serve the nation with dedication and diligence, committed to the goal of nation-building.
In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister recalled his memories of working with Naidu in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Centre, adding that he will cherish this aspect of their association.
“Congratulations to @MVenkaiahNaidu Garu on being elected India’s Vice President. My best wishes for a fruitful & motivating tenure. I am confident @MVenkaiahNaidu will serve the nation as a diligent & dedicated Vice President, committed to the the goal of nation building,” the Prime Minister said.
Congratulations to @MVenkaiahNaidu Garu on being elected India’s Vice President. My best wishes for a fruitful & motivating tenure.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 5, 2017
I am confident @MVenkaiahNaidu will serve the nation as a diligent & dedicated Vice President, committed to the goal of nation building.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 5, 2017
My mind is filled with memories of working with @MVenkaiahNaidu Garu, in the Party & Government. Will cherish this aspect of our association
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 5, 2017
Meanwhile, wishes and greetings have begun pouring in, as the nation including politicos are congratulating Naidu for his victory.
National Democratic Alliance (NDA) nominee and former union minister M Venkaiah Naidu was elected as the 13th Vice President of India with 516 votes.