New Delhi: Congress president Rahul Gandhi welcomed IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan, who returned to the country after almost three days of captivity in Pakistan, and said his dignity, poise and bravery have made all in India proud.

"Wing Cdr. Abhinandan, your dignity, poise and bravery made us all proud. Welcome back and much love," he said on Twitter. Senior Congress leader Ahmed Patel said, "Great to have you back Abhinandan." He earlier said, "Welcome home Wing Commander Abhinandan. Your resilience and bravery is what makes India a great nation."