President Pranab Mukherjee congratulates Queen Elizabeth on her 89th birthday

NEW DELHI: President Pranab Mukherjee has conveyed his greetings and felicitations to the Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom on the eve of her 89th birthday.

"It is a matter of great satisfaction that the ' Enhanced Partnership' between India and the United Kingdom has been deepened and strengthened in recent years through our regular dialogue and fruitful cooperation in areas of shared interest," Mukherjee said in his message.

In his message, the President said, "I have the pleasure to convey, on behalf of the Government and the people of India, warm greetings and felicitations to Your Majesty on the occasion of Queen's Day."

"Your Majesty's valuable contribution to the building of trust and mutual understanding between our two great nations is very much appreciated," Mukherjee said.

The President said,"Please accept my sincere wishes for Your Majesty's good health and personal well-being. I take this opportunity to convey the best wishes of the Government and people of India for the continued progress and prosperity of the people of the United Kingdom."