Prime Minister Narendra Modi sends greetings to US President Donald Trump and the American people on the United States’ 250th anniversary of Independence. In a post on X, Modi congratulates Trump and the public “on behalf of 1.4 billion Indians,” and expresses optimism that the next 250 years will bring “greater prosperity, peace and progress” for the United States. He says India and the US share more than a strategic partnership, citing common beliefs in democracy and the rule of law as well as the “limitless potential” of people in both countries. According to the reports, Modi characterizes the friendship between India and the US as a “force for global good” and hopes it will take the India-US partnership “to new heights.” The coverage also notes that the US is marking the milestone with nationwide celebrations organized across government, the private sector, non-profit groups, educational institutions, and citizens. An additional response cited from the US Ambassador to India thanks Modi for the wishes.