Modi congratulates Shah, Irani for making Rajya Sabha debut

Mr. Shah and Ms. Irani made their maiden entry into the upper house, polls for which were held on Tuesday.

“Congratulations to BJP president @AmitShah & ministerial colleague @smritiirani on getting elected to the Rajya Sabha from Gujarat,” Mr. Modi wrote in a tweet.

The prime minister also congratulated Mr. Shah for completing three years as the BJP chief and noted that the saffron party’s base had expanded during this period.

“Congratulations to Shri @AmitShah on completing 3 successful years as @BJP4India President,” he said in another tweet.

MR. Modi said under Mr. Shah’s leadership, the BJP has expanded its base in several areas and diligently worked towards nation building.