Paris, August 15, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
French President Emmanuel Macron and several other world leaders on Saturday extended Independence Day greetings to India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the country’s people, praising India’s journey since Independence and highlighting their commitment to stronger bilateral ties.
On India’s 80th Independence Day, Macron posted on X: “Congratulations to the Indian people on your 80th Independence Day!”
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu also conveyed his greetings to President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India, reaffirming his government’s commitment to strengthening the close partnership between the two countries.
“I extend warmest greetings to Her Excellency President Droupadi Murmu, His Excellency Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government and the friendly people of India on the joyous occasion of their 80th Independence Day,” Muizzu said.
He described India’s eight decades of Independence as reflecting the aspirations, resilience and enduring spirit of its government and people.
“On this auspicious occasion, I reaffirm the commitment of the Government of Maldives to further advance our close partnership built upon mutual respect, shared prosperity and enduring friendship between our two peoples,” he added.
Nepal’s Prime Minister Balendra Shah extended his greetings to Modi, the Indian government and people, while emphasising the longstanding ties between Nepal and India.
“May the deep historical ties, close people-to-people relations and cooperation between Nepal and India continue to strengthen in the years ahead,” Shah said in a statement.
Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay also conveyed his wishes to Modi and the Indian people.
“To my elder brother PM Narendra Modi and the people of India, I extend my warm wishes on the 80th Independence Day. May the friendship and bond between our two nations continue to flourish,” Tobgay posted on X.
Slovak President Peter Pellegrini praised India’s “extraordinary journey” and expressed optimism about expanding cooperation between the two countries.
“As India marks this remarkable milestone, I am inspired by its extraordinary journey and optimistic about what we can achieve together in the years ahead,” Pellegrini posted on X.
He said he looked forward to working with President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi to strengthen the Comprehensive Partnership and pursue shared aspirations for 2047 and beyond.
This year’s Independence Day celebrations are also highlighting 150 years of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’, alongside the energy, aspirations and contribution of India’s youth towards the goal of building a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047.
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