UP Governor: Ram Nath Kovind's decision matter of pride

Lucknow, Jul 20 Uttar Pradesh Governor Ram Naik today saluted Ram Nath Kovind for his victory in the presidential election and said he was the first person from the state who would occupy the top constitutional post.

recalling his experiences with Kovind as a fellow parliamentarian and later on as his Bihar counterpart, Naik said his election is a matter of pride for Uttar Pradesh.

"Kovind is a good friend of mine. I am certain that as the President of India he will assist the high traditions of Rashtrapati Bhawan," the governor said in his congratulatory message.

It is likewise a matter of awesome pride for Uttar Pradesh that the prime minister has been chosen from the state, he said.