Donald Trump presents PM Modi with prestigious Legion of Merit for elevating India-US ties
It is awarded to members of the US military and foreign military members and political figures who have displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. It is one of the highest military medals that can be awarded to foreign officers.
Washington [US]: United States President Donald Trump has presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the prestigious Legion of Merit, a top US honour, for his leadership in elevating India and US strategic partnership, National Security Advisor Robert C. O’ Brien informed.
Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu accepted the medal on the behalf of Prime Minister Modi.
“‘President @realDonaldTrump presented the Legion of Merit to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating the U.S.-India strategic partnership. Ambassador @SandhuTaranjitS accepted the medal on behalf of Prime Minister Modi.” tweeted National Security Council (NSC) quoting NSA Robert C. O’Brien.
“President @realDonaldTrump presented the Legion of Merit to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating the U.S.-India strategic partnership. Ambassador @SandhuTaranjitS accepted the medal on behalf of Prime Minister Modi.” –NSA Robert C. O’Brien pic.twitter.com/QhOjTROdCC
— NSC (@WHNSC) December 21, 2020
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated PM Modi on receiving the ‘Legion of Merit’.
Congratulations to Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi on receiving the ‘Legion of Merit’ from the United States President for his inspiring leadership in strengthening India-US relations.
This award is the recognition of his leadership and statesmanship by the global community.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 22, 2020
The Legion of Merit Medal was established by Congress on July 20, 1942.
It is awarded to members of the US military and foreign military members and political figures who have displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. It is one of the highest military medals that can be awarded to foreign officers.
The Legion of Merit Medal is a five-rayed white cross, edged with red, resting on a green wreath with a blue centre containing 13 white stars.