The results for assembly elections in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Assam came in, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to celebrate and congratulate. Here’s what he said:
He congratulated BJP workers in Assam, terming the party’s win in the state as historic and phenomenal.
Heartiest congratulations to Assam BJP Karyakartas & leaders for the exceptional win. This win is historic by all standards. Phenomenal!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 19, 2016
BJP will do everything possible to fulfil dreams & aspirations of the people of Assam & take the state’s development journey to new heights.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 19, 2016
The PM said that BJP is being accepted by people across the nation.
Across India, people are placing their faith in BJP & see it as the party that can usher in all-round & inclusive development. @BJP4India
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 19, 2016
He also appreciated efforts of workers in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu despite being part of a losing cause
I laud the efforts of our Karyakartas in WB & TN. They put up a spirited performance & will continue to raise people’s issues there.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 19, 2016
He said he was content with the party opening its account in Kerala:
In Kerala, the persistence of the Party has paid off today & we will become an even stronger voice of the people. @BJP4Keralam
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 19, 2016
I salute all those who built the BJP in Kerala, brick by brick, decade after decade. It is due to them that we are seeing this day.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 19, 2016
He also congratulated his opponents J Jayalalithaa and Mamata Banerjee on their victories in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal respectively.
Had a telephone conversation with Jayalalithaa ji and congratulated her on her victory. Also conveyed my best wishes to her. @AIADMKOfficial
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 19, 2016
Spoken to @MamataOfficial ji & congratulated her on the impressive victory. My best wishes to her as she begins her 2nd term.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 19, 2016