S. Jaishankar represents India at Trump’s inauguration, delivers PM Modi’s letter

World news: Donald Trump became the 47th President of the United States in office. The inaugural ceremony took place at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. It was an event in the history of America, characterized by pomp and solemnity. During the 60th Presidential Inauguration, Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath of office to Donald Trump. Global attention was riveted on the event, and the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, congratulated him warmly.

PM Modi congratulates president Trump

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm wishes to Trump via X (formerly Twitter). "Congratulations my dear friend President @realDonaldTrump on your historic inauguration as the 47th President of the United States! I look forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both our countries, and to shape a better future for the world. Best wishes for a successful term ahead!" Modi’s message reflected optimism for strengthened U.S.-India relations under Trump’s leadership.

India represented by external affairs minister

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar represented India during the inaugural ceremonies as a special envoy on behalf of Prime Minister Modi. Jaishankar shared his emotions on X, saying, "Privileged to represent India as External Affairs Minister and Special Envoy of PM at the Swearing-In Ceremony of the 47th President of the United States of America today in Washington DC." He also carried a letter to the President of America from Modi, underlining the strategic alliance between the two countries.

Trump vows a 'Golden Age of America'

Minutes after swearing in, Trump gave a stirring inaugural speech, promising to "usher in a new era of American greatness". Saying that "the golden age of America begins right now," Trump shared a vision for a proud, prosperous and free nation. He also mentioned surviving attempted assassination, casting his survival in terms of divine intervention, and reaffirming commitment to "Make America Great Again."

Our highest priority will be to make America proud, prosperous, and free. America will soon be greater, stronger, and far more exceptional than ever before. I return to the presidency confident and optimistic that we are at the start of a new thrilling era of national success," Trump said.