'Dear Mr Modi, thanks for the incredibly kind words': A heartfelt gratitude from Kevin Pietersen towards PM Modi

28 Jan 2022 12:42:54
New Delhi, Jan 28: It seems like there is a new fan on the block. In yet another appreciation post, former England skipper Kevin Pietersen thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his ‘incredibly kind words’ in a letter he wrote to the England batting legend recently. PM Modi had written letters to ‘friends of India’ on the occasion of Republic Day on January 26 expressing his gratitude for their affection towards the country.
 
Kevin Pietersen thanks PM Modi for his greetings on Republic Day 
 
Taking to his Twitter, Pietersen wrote, "Dear, Mr @narendramodi, Thanks for the incredibly kind words in your letter to me. Ever since stepping foot in India in 2003, I've grown more in love with your country on every visit. I was recently asked, 'what do you most like about India' & my answer was easy - THE PEOPLE."
 
 
Pietersen said he’s looking forward to meeting Modi in person and thanked India in setting an example for protecting its wildlife. "Happy Republic Day to all Indians for a couple days ago. A proud country & a powerhouse globally! I look forward to meeting you in person soon, to thank you for how India is a global leader in protecting its wildlife! My best wishes!" said in another tweet.
 
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Pietersen's tweets were a response to PM Modi's letter of appreciation, in which he had thanked the former skipper for his affections towards India. PM Modi had also sent personalized letters to West Indies’ Chris Gayle and South African Jonty Rhodes.
 
 
India celebrated their 73rd Republic Day on January 26, where a Parade showcased India's military might and cultural diversity and many unique initiatives were included to mark the celebration of the 75th year of Independence as part of 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav'.
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