New Delhi, April 17 -- US President Donald Trump on Friday extended his congratulations to diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu following his appointment as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, and conveyed his best wishes.

Trump said on Truth Social, "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." .

"Wishing him success in leading Delhi's progress, and furthering global ties," Trump said.

He served as India's Ambassador to the US from 2020-24.

Sandhu was appointed as the Delhi Lieutenant Governor on March 5. He was part of the major administrative reshuffle of Governo...