PM Modi’s birthday: Wishes pour in from world leaders amid prayers and BJP’s ‘sewa’
Trump wishes Modi, thanks him for support on ending Russia-Ukraine war; Netanyahu, Albanese send video messages; celebs, business tycoons share wishes
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 75 today (September 17), he received a call from US President Donald Trump the day before, saying he had a “wonderful” phone call with Modi, during which he extended birthday greetings to his “friend” and thanked him for his support on ending the Russia-Ukraine war.
The call is being seen as a significant gesture as part of the US’s efforts to reset ties with India amid strain over tariff issues.
“Just had a wonderful phone call with my friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi. I wished him a very Happy Birthday! He is doing a tremendous job. Narendra: Thank you for your support on ending the War between Russia and Ukraine! President DJT,” Trump posted on Truth Social, signing off with his initials to underline the personal tone of the message.
In a post on X, Modi thanked Trump for his call and warm greetings on his 75th birthday. “Thank you, my friend, President Trump, for your phone call and warm greetings on my 75th birthday,” the prime minister said.
“Like you, I am also fully committed to taking the India-US Comprehensive and Global Partnership to new heights. We support your initiatives towards a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict,” he added.
This was the first phone call between Trump and Modi since they spoke over the phone in June around the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Canada.
To mark Modi’s birthday, BJP states have lined up a series of projects and unveiling of development initiatives, as part of the “Sewa Pakhwada” the ruling party is observing between September 17 and October 2, which is Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary.
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- 17 Sept 2025 5:28 PM IST
PM Modi is a globally respected leader, reshaping India’s place in the world: Rajeev Chandrasekhar
On US President Donald Trump's call to PM Modi on his birthday, Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar says, "PM Modi is the leader of the world's largest democracy, the world's oldest democracy. PM Modi has transformed India with relentless hard work and keeping India's interest front and centre always. PM Modi is a leader today that is globally respected as a man that is, in a lot of ways, resetting global politics, resetting India's position in the world...So, nobody can ignore PM Modi. Everybody wants to be a friend of India. Everybody wants to have Narendra Modi be their partner. That is obvious as you can see China, Russia, US - we have more friends than any other country in the world. More leaders of the world respect PM Modi than any other leader anywhere in the world."
- 17 Sept 2025 5:26 PM IST
Russian envoy greets PM Modi on his birthday
Russian envoy Denis Alipov on Wednesday (September 17) extended his wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday and said "we are grateful" for his invaluable contribution in taking the decades-old Russia-India friendship to "new heights".
He conveyed the greetings in a post in Hindi on X. The Russian ambassador to India wrote, "Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to the Honourable Prime Minister of India, Shri @narendramodi ji, on his birthday! We are grateful for his invaluable contribution in taking the decades-old Russia-India friendship to new heights. I hope that he continues to be successful in every work that he does for the good of the country and the world."
- 17 Sept 2025 5:24 PM IST
Rajasthan CM inaugurates 'Namo Exhibition' in Jaipur on PM Modi's birthday
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Wednesday (September 17) inaugurated 'Namo Exhibition' at Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday.
The exhibition showcases significant decisions, innovations, and milestones from the prime minister's life. Various stalls in the exhibition highlighted flagship initiatives of the government, including Make in India, Digital India and Vocal for Local.
Operation Sindoor and the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya were also part of the highlights in the exhibition.
- 17 Sept 2025 5:17 PM IST
Blood donation, tree plantation mark PM Modi’s birthday celebrations: Khattar
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar says, "...On the occasion of PM Modi's birthday, Blood donation camps are being organised everywhere...Trees are being planted, and many such activities are underway. I pray to God for his long life...PM Modi always encourages us to try new ideas and experiments..."
- 17 Sept 2025 5:05 PM IST
Nitish Kumar virtually joins PM Modi’s launch of 'Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan'
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday virtually joined the launch of ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan’ by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Madhya Pradesh’s Dhar district.
The PM launched the campaign along with the 8th Poshan Maah (month), with an aim to strengthen healthcare and nutrition services for women, adolescent girls, and children across India.
“The CM virtually joined the launch of ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan’ by the PM from Dhar district. Others who were present on the occasion included Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, Water Resources and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Chief Secretary Pratyaya,” according to an official statement.
- 17 Sept 2025 4:50 PM IST
Kapil Dev greets PM Modi on his birthday
On PM Modi's birthday, Former Indian cricketer and President of PGTI Kapil Dev says, "May PM Modi remain healthy...On behalf of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) and myself, I extend greetings to PM Modi".
- 17 Sept 2025 4:48 PM IST
Under PM Modi's leadership the nation is on its way to becoming a 'Viksit Desh': Scindia
On PM Modi's birthday, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says, "I extend greetings to PM Modi on the occasion of his birthday...PM Modi launched the 'Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar' campaign from Dhar, MP...Under the leadership of PM Modi, the nation is on its way to becoming a 'Viksit Desh', 'Atmanirbhar'...Today, India has become the world's fourth-largest economy under the leadership of PM Modi..."
- 17 Sept 2025 4:47 PM IST
PM Modi has gifted 'Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar' to the entire nation: Smriti Irani
At CII Public Health Summit, BJP leader Smriti Irani says, "On behalf of all Indians, I would like to extend heartiest greetings to PM Modi on his birthday. I believe that the PM, not only as the Prime Minister but also as the Gujarat CM, made women empowerment and protection of children the focal point of governance. In this series, an initiative has been launched today (‘Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar’). It is his birthday but he is giving a gift to the entire nation. This is the habit of PM Modi...Today CII, Bill Gates Foundation and Women's Collective Forum has sumbitted research papers in connection with women's and children's health...the work which were done in last 10 years and the work which can be done in the time to come has been published in the research paper..."
- 17 Sept 2025 4:45 PM IST
PM Modi has transformed politics into a means for service: Ashwini Vaishnaw
On PM Modi's birthday, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, "...Prime Minister Modi has transformed politics into a means for service and brought about change in the lives of every person in the country. No other Prime Minister in history has set a goal so unifying the nation. The goal is to create a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, and every person in the country is working to achieve that goal..."
- 17 Sept 2025 4:32 PM IST
Edappadi Palaniswami hails PM Modi's 'visionary leadership'
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Wednesday greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday.
Palaniswami, whose AIADMK is a constituent of the BJP-led NDA, hailed the PM for his "visionary leadership." "Warmest birthday greetings to our Hon'ble Prime Minister Thiru Narendra Modi. Your visionary leadership, tireless dedication and steadfast commitment to the nation continue to inspire millions. Wishing you good health, long life, and continued strength to lead our great nation," he said in a social media update.
