Mumbai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on his 60th birthday.

In a warm message, Modi said: "Best wishes to Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackerayji on his birthday. I pray for Uddhavji's long and healthy life".

The PM said that a birthday is a day to reminisce of the past, as well as chart a course for the future.

"I believe today will give you more strength to achieve the goals of the development of the state and the country," said Modi.