New Delhi, June 10 -- President Droupadi Murmu wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, lauding his 12-year tenure as a reflection of the consistent confidence the public has reposed in his leadership across successive elections.

In her letter, the President emphasised that such enduring trust is among the highest honours that can be bestowed upon a citizen.

"As the people of the country mark the milestone of you serving as India's longest continuously elected Prime Minister, completing 4,399 days dedicated in the service of the people, I extend my warm congratulations to you. Few responsibilities in public life demand as much dedication, resilience and perseverance as the office of the Prime Minister of India.

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