<div style="text-align: justify; "><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in a message addressed to her Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, congratulated the victory of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the 18th Lok Sabha elections, according to an official press release.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">In the letter dated June 4, she said," On behalf of the people of Bangladesh and on my own behalf, I wish to extend my heartiest congratulations to you on the resounding victory of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the 18th Lok Sabha elections."&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">As the leader of the largest democracy in the world, she said, "You carry the hopes and aspirations of the people of India."&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">"Your convincing victory is a testament to the trust and confidence that the people of India have reposed in your leadership, commitment and unwavering dedication for the country," she said.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Premier said she firmly believed that the friendly and close ties of the two countries will continue in all areas, as Modi started the journey with renewed mandates for a rare 3rd consecutive term.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">"Let me assure you that Bangladesh, as a trusted friend of India, will continue to work together for the betterment of the people of the two countries as well as for a prosperous and peaceful region," she continued.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">She conveyed her best wishes to the people of India for the continued peace, progress and prosperity.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">"I look forward to working closely with you in the coming days. Please accept, Excellency, the renewed assurances of my highest consideration," she concluded.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">bnbd24/kh</div>