Trump congratulates Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Delhi LG appointment, praises India-US role

Taranjit Singh Sandhu had taken the oath of office at Lok Niwas, administered by Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya.

Updated on: Apr 17, 2026, 05:56:41 IST

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US President Donald Trump on Friday congratulated Taranjit Singh Sandhu on his appointment as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, lauding the former ambassador’s contribution to strengthening India-US ties and wishing him success in his new role.

"Congratulations to Taranjit Sandhu on becoming the new Lt Governor of Delhi! As a seasoned Diplomat and former Ambassador to the United States, he has always shown deep commitment to strengthening the U.S.-India relationship," Trump shared.

"Wishing him success in leading Delhi’s progress, and furthering global ties!," he added.

Former diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu was sworn in as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi on March 11. He has called for a “solution-oriented approach” across political lines to tackle the challenges faced by the national capital.

Sandhu took the oath of office at Lok Niwas, administered by Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta shared the dais, along with other ministers and Union ministers present at the ceremony.

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Sandhu on Delhi's role in his professional journey

Sandhu had spoken to the media after the ceremony and said that Delhi had long been associated with his professional journey and highlighted the need for cooperation among all stakeholders.

“Delhi has several stakeholders and Delhi has also been my ‘karmabhoomi’ (workplace). I have studied and worked here. Together, we will work for Delhi’s development,” he said.

Referring to the broader national vision, he added, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a vision for India and Delhi is the Capital. The elected government and all the stakeholders have a responsibility. The challenges will keep on increasing. It is our responsibility to turn challenges into opportunities. Everyone together, irrespective of the party, must work together to find solutions to the various problems.”

Welcoming the new Lieutenant Governor, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the Delhi government looked forward to working under his guidance. “I welcome the honourable LG. With his presence, the growth rate of Delhi’s development will increase,” Gupta said.

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Priyanjali Narayan is a journalist with Hindustan Times based in New Delhi. She has over two years of experience covering national and international affairs, reporting on breaking news, producing in-depth explainers, and writing feature stories. Her work explores the political, social, and cultural dimensions of major events, with a focus on providing clear, nuanced, and accessible journalism for a broad audience.Before joining Hindustan Times, she was part of the India Today newsroom, where she specialised in explanatory journalism. There, she wrote detailed analyses of major domestic and international issues and produced feature stories that included interviews with prominent public figures. The role strengthened her ability to combine speed with depth in a fast-paced news environment.She holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in History from the University of Delhi. Her academic training continues to shape her storytelling, grounding her work in historical context and research-driven insight.Outside the newsroom, she enjoys reading personal essays and fiction, and is often planning her next trip, always seeking stories that deepen her understanding of people and places.Read More

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