PM Modi wishes speedy recovery to King Charles III after his cancer diagnosis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday wished a speedy recovery to King Charles III hours after Buckingham Palace announced that he was diagnosed with cancer.

"I join the people of India in wishing speedy recovery and good health to His Majesty King Charles III," Modi said on X, formerly Twitter.

On Monday, Buckingham Palace issued a statement that read, "During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer."

Charles, who took over the reins after his mother, Queen Elizabeth, passed away in 2022, will undergo regular treatments and step away from public duties for now.

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World leaders react

The news of King Charles III's diagnosis prompted leaders from across the world to send well-wishes to the 75-year-old monarch.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said, "Wishing His Majesty a full and speedy recovery. I have no doubt he’ll be back to full strength in no time and I know the whole country will be wishing him well."

US President Joe Biden said, "Navigating a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship takes hope and absolute courage. Jill and I join the people of the United Kingdom in praying that His Majesty experiences a swift and full recovery."

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said, "I, like Canadians across the country and people around the world, am thinking of His Majesty King Charles III as he undergoes treatment for cancer. We’re sending him our very best wishes – and hoping for a fast and full recovery."