In a series of tweets, Gandhi also congratulated Punjab Congress chief Capt Amarinder Singh for the party's victory and said it was a mandate for brighter future of the state. 

"I congratulate Shri Narendra Modi and the BJP on their victory in Uttar Pradesh & Uttarakhand. I thank everyone in Punjab for their immense faith and support. This is a mandate for a brighter future for Punjab and its youth," Gandhi said. 

"My heartiest congratulations to Capt Amarinder Singhji & all our party workers who worked tirelessly @capt_amarinder," Gandhi posted. 

In his tweet addressed to party workers, Gandhi said the party stands committed to its values...

"To all Congress workers across India: We stand resolute and committed to our values & our belief in an India united in strength & purpose. Our fight continues and will not end till we win the hearts and minds of people," he said.