President Mukherjee congratulates Donald Trump

President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday congratulated Republican Donald Trump on being elected the 45th President of the US and hoped for "a new era in the growing India-US partnership in his presidency".

"Congratulations @realDonaldTrump on your election as the 45th President of United States of America," Mukherjee tweeted.

In a message to Trump, Mukherjee said, "Your victory is a celebration of the spirit of individual heroism that has always defined the American national identity. It is also a celebration of people's power that nurtures democracies like India and the US."

"India and the US share common values of democracy and pluralism. Strong people-to-people ties bind our nations. Our strategic and economic interests increasingly overlap. We also face common challenges. There is enormous potential for building synergies between our countries. I hope your Presidency will usher in a new era in the growing India-US partnership.

"As you prepare to take up your responsibilities. I convey my best wishes for your success in office and for your personal well-being."

Trump, 70, was on Wednesday elected the new US President, defeating Democratic Hillary Clinton in a bitterly fought Presidential battle.

--IANS

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