Prime Minister Narendra Modi termed former President Ram Nath Kovind's personal journey from a small village to the highest office in the country a "a parable for our country's evolution and development, and an inspiration for our society". He said this in a letter that he wrote to Mr. Kovind on the eve of his demitting the office of President of India on July 24. Mr. Modi also stated that he would continue to turn to Mr. Kovind for advice and counsel.
Mr. Kovind took to Twitter to thank Prime Minister Modi for his “kind words”. “This letter from Prime Minister @narendramodi has deeply touched me. I take his kind and heartfelt words as a reflection of the love and respect fellow citizens have showered on me. I am sincerely grateful to you all,” he tweeted, sharing the letter on the micro blogging site.
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