His Holiness the Dalai Lama extends wishes to PM Modi on his 75th birthday

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet. Photo: file

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Dharamshala — His Holiness the Dalai Lama extended his sincere congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday and wished him good health. He thanked the Indian government and people for their warm and generous hospitality over the past 66 years. His Holiness stated," India presents an example of harmony and stability to the world."

His Holiness the Dalai Lama wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 17, 2025, to extend his sincere wishes on the occasion of his birthday and to wish him good health. His Holiness wrote," As India’s longest staying guest. I have witnessed firsthand the far-reaching development and prosperity that have taken place over the years. I congratulate you on the growing confidence and strength that has occurred in recent times. India’s success also contributes to global development."

"I consider myself a proud messenger of India, and regularly express my admiration for India, the world’s most populous and largest democracy, for its remarkable and deeply rooted religious pluralism. India presents an example of harmony and stability to the world," the Nobel laureate wrote.

"For us Tibetans, India has not only been the source of our spiritual heritage, but for more than sixty-six years, has also been our physical home. I would like to once again extend our deep gratitude to the Government and people of India for their warm and generous hospitality," the Spiritual leader of Tibet wrote.

His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama concluded his letter by offering his prayers and best wishes.