PM Modi Turns 75: From Vadnagar to History-Making Records as India’s Iconic Leader

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated his 75th birthday today, September 17, 2025, as supporters and BJP-ruled states across the country paid tribute to one of India’s most influential leaders. Born in Vadnagar, Gujarat, Modi rose from humble beginnings to become a global statesman and India’s transformative Prime Minister.

Modi assumed office on May 26, 2014, after the BJP secured a decisive majority, and has since led the party to historic victories in 2019 and 2024 Lok Sabha elections, becoming the only non-Congress leader to win three consecutive terms.

Record-Breaking Achievements of PM Modi

Longest-serving non-Congress PM: On August 13, 2020, Modi surpassed Atal Bihari Vajpayee, completing 2,269 days in office.

First post-Independence-born PM: Modi is India’s first Prime Minister born after 1947, symbolizing a new era of leadership.

Surpasses Indira Gandhi: On July 24, 2025, Modi completed 4,078 consecutive days in office, surpassing Indira Gandhi’s 4,077 days. He now ranks as India’s second-longest serving PM in a single uninterrupted term after Jawaharlal Nehru.

Most internationally honored Indian PM: Modi has received the highest civilian honours from 18 countries, cementing his global stature.

First sitting PM since Indira Gandhi with a full majority: Modi’s BJP returned with a full majority in 2014 (282 seats) and an even bigger majority in 2019 (303 seats).

Modi’s leadership journey—from a pracharak in Gujarat to India’s pradhan sevak—has been marked by transformative reforms, socio-economic development, and a strong international presence. His birthday celebrations saw widespread public admiration, digital tributes, and messages from global leaders, including a call from Donald Trump, with both leaders affirming to take India-US ties to new heights.