Prime Minister Narendra Modi Receives Birthday Greetings From Global Diplomats and Cricket Icons

October will mark the completion of 25 years of Narendra Modi’s public service. Born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, he is the first Indian prime minister born after the country gained independence in 1947.
Modi became chief minister of Gujarat in 2001 and served in the role for more than 12 years before becoming prime minister in May 2014.
One report said Modi had recently surpassed Jawaharlal Nehru to become India’s longest-serving continuously elected prime minister.
Before entering electoral politics, Modi began his political career as a member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and later led the BJP to victories in three consecutive general elections.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on September 17, receiving birthday greetings from world leaders, diplomats, and Indian cricket stars. NDTV reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Modi for strengthening the
Ambassadors from Slovakia, Japan, and Australia also sent wishes, emphasizing their nations' strong ties with India. IANS Live noted that the U.S. Embassy extended greetings on behalf of President Donald Trump. Modi has now served over three decades in public life and is India's longest-serving non-Congress prime minister.
Cricket figures including Sachin Tendulkar, Harbhajan Singh, and Gautam Gambhir sent birthday messages commending Modi's dedication and leadership. The messages spanned from sports figures to political opponents, reflecting broad recognition of his three-decade public career. Opposition leaders also extended wishes, focusing on Modi's health and continued success.
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Modi on his 76th birthday, crediting him for strengthening the "special and privileged" strategic partnership between India and Russia. NDTV reported that Putin said it was "impossible to overstate" Modi's contribution to deepening bilateral ties. The Russian Embassy in India shared Putin's message highlighting the strength of the India-Russia relationship.
October will mark 25 years since Modi entered public life. Born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, he is the first Indian prime minister born after independence in 1947. Modi became Gujarat chief minister in 2001 and served for over 12 years before becoming prime minister in May 2014.
He has since led the BJP to three consecutive general election victories and recently surpassed Jawaharlal Nehru to become India's longest-serving continuously elected prime minister. The birthday greetings underscore his stature on the world stage and recognition across India's political and sports sectors.
Envoys from multiple nations sent formal birthday wishes. The Japanese Embassy emphasized the upcoming 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between India and Japan. Slovakia and Australia's ambassadors highlighted the warmth and strength of their respective relationships with India, signaling continued cooperation across sectors.
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