Trump Extends Warm Republic Day Wishes to India, Highlights Historic Bond

US President Donald Trump sent heartfelt greetings to India on the occasion of its 77th Republic Day, celebrated on January 26, 2026. In a post shared on social media and amplified by the American embassy in India, Trump extended congratulations on behalf of the American people to the government and citizens of India.

Accompanying the message was a striking black-and-white photograph of Trump alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, symbolizing the personal rapport between the leaders. Trump described the United States and India as sharing a “historic bond” as the world’s oldest and largest democracies, underscoring the enduring partnership despite occasional trade frictions.

The message arrives amid complex bilateral dynamics, including recent US tariff policies that have drawn attention in India. Trump’s warm tone reaffirms the strategic importance of the relationship, highlighting shared democratic values and mutual interests in global stability.

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This Republic Day greeting adds to the diplomatic exchanges surrounding the celebrations, which also featured high-profile international guests and showcased India’s cultural and military achievements.

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