Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said just like New Delhi does not speak for Washington, US President Donald Trump should not announce India's decisions to the world. (Image: PTI/File)

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday praised the interaction between US President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani, saying it reflected the spirit of a healthy democracy, one where political opponents fight hard during elections but cooperate once the mandate is clear.

Sharing his views on X, Tharoor wrote, “This is how democracy should work. Fight passionately for your point of view in elections, with no rhetorical holds barred. But once it’s over, and the people have spoken, learn to cooperate with each other in the common interests of the nation you are both pledged to serve."

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