Goa, April 17 -- US President Donald Trump on Friday congratulated diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu on his appointment as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi and extended his best wishes for the role.

In a message shared on Truth Social, Trump praised Sandhu's diplomatic career, noting his tenure as India's Ambassador to the United States from 2020 to 2024. He highlighted Sandhu's contribution to strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries.

"Congratulations to Taranjit Sandhu on becoming the new Lt Governor of Delhi! As a seasoned diplomat and former Ambassador to the United States, he has always shown deep commitment to strengthening the US-India relationship," Trump said.

He further wished Sandhu success in advancing Delhi's de...