For India, the new British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak (42) is very special. Because the successor of Liz Truss (47) is of Indian origin. Also a self-proclaimed Hindu.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent Sunak “warm congratulations” via Twitter. “Special Diwali ‘living bridge’ wishes from British Indians as we turn our historic ties into a modern partnership,” Modi tweeted. The Diwali Festival of Lights symbolizes the victory of good over evil.
«India’s son rises above the colonial empire»
The local television channel NDTV celebrated Sunak with the words: “India’s son rises above the colonial empire”. Many people in India celebrated a virtual reversal of the balance of power on social networks – India gained independence from British colonial rule 75 years ago. Many also celebrated that Sunak is a practicing Hindu.
People in India are often very proud of people with Indian roots who pursue careers abroad. They also celebrated US Vice President Kamala Harris or Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai. Sunak’s family came to the UK in the 1960s. (male/SDA)
Source: Blick
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