The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has extended his greetings and felicitations to the King and people of the Kingdom of Sweden on the eve of their National Day (June 6, 2017).

In a message to His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf, the King of the Kingdom of Sweden, the President has said, "On behalf of the Government, the people of India and on my own behalf, I have great pleasure in extending warm greetings and felicitations to Your Majesty and the people of the Kingdom of Sweden on the occasion of your National Day.

India attaches great importance to her friendly and co-operative relations with Kingdom of Sweden. I am happy to note that the relations between our two countries, underpinned by our common and unwavering commitment to democratic values, continue to strengthen to our mutual satisfaction.

I recall the warm reception and gracious hospitality extended to me by Your Majesty and Her Majesty Queen Silvia during my State Visit to Sweden in 2015. India was particularly happy to receive Prime Minister Mr. Stefan Lofven in India last year. I am confident that the positive momentum in our relations will be sustained in the days to come.

I take this opportunity to convey my best wishes for Your Majesty’s good health and success and for the continued progress and prosperity of the friendly people of the Kingdom of Sweden”.

This release issued at 2010 hrs.