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.
Follow Live updates below:
Live Updates
- 17 Sept 2025 4:30 PM IST
Stalin greets PM Modi on his 75th birthday
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday.
"Birthday greetings to Thiru Narendra Modi. I convey my wishes for his good health, happiness, and a long life," the CM said on X.
- 17 Sept 2025 4:28 PM IST
Tamil Nadu Governor Ravi wishes PM Modi on his birthday
Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi on Wednesday (September 17) greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday. Ravi led a drive to plant 75 tree saplings to mark the day.
"The people of Tamil Nadu extend warmest greetings to our beloved Prime Minister Thiru Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday, wishing him a healthy, long life. Under his visionary leadership, our nation is transforming, fostering inclusive growth that uplifts every citizen—especially the vulnerable and marginalized—through equitable access to opportunities and resources," a social media post of the Raj Bhavan, quoting Ravi, said.
"Inspired by his transformative leadership, today every Bharatiya with confidence, pride and resolve is contributing to the national march towards Viksit Bharat 2047," he added.
- 17 Sept 2025 4:26 PM IST
Odisha govt plants more than 1 crore saplings on PM's 75th birthday
The Odisha government on Wednesday planted more than one crore saplings as a mark of the state's gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who turned 75 on September 17.
This was announced by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi through a social media post. He said that the target of planting 75 lakh saplings on Wednesday was achieved at 1.33 pm.
Majhi in a post on X said, "As of 2:16 pm today, our collective efforts have successfully resulted in the plantation of 1,00,21,236 saplings. Sincere gratitude and congratulations to all involved." Total by 2.16 pm - 1,00,21,236 saplings planted in 41,080 sites in 30 districts of the state. Sundergarh district planted the highest saplings at 9,68,440, followed by Koraput 8,59,237, Keonjhar 7,87,398, he said.
"The trees being planted today - each tree is a testament to our resolve for a green and beautiful Odisha, each tree is to thank Modi ji's love for Odisha, his reverence, and his commitment to Odisha's development. Today's campaign has united our entire society for the environment," Majhi said, adding that in the days to come, this campaign will become even more widespread.
The chief minister said it will have a positive impact on the environment and will carry the testament of Modi ji's leadership and resolve, as well as our responsibility, for the safety of our future generations.
- 17 Sept 2025 4:23 PM IST
Tharoor wishes PM Modi 'continued success in the service of the nation"
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday (September 17) greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday and wished him "continued success in the service of the nation".
"Wishing Prime Minister Narendra Modi a very happy birthday. May the year ahead be filled with good health, happiness, and continued success in the service of the nation," Tharoor said on X and shared pictures of him with PM Modi from the past.
- 17 Sept 2025 4:11 PM IST
Sri Sri Ravishankar greets PM Modi on his 75th birthday
On PM Modi's 75th birthday, spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar says, "As India celebrated its diamond jubilee celebration of its independence, PM Narendra Modi is himself getting the diamond jubilee. He has really connected with people from all strata of life. He has the ability to make friends with everyone and bring everyone together and has done remarkable work both in the nation and in his outreach to people around the world. His vision and his dedication is something that no one can forget. On this occasion of his 75th birthday, let the divine bless him with a long and healthy life in service of humanity."
- 17 Sept 2025 4:09 PM IST
India will have become the third-largest economy in the world: Amit Shah
On PM Modi's 75th birthday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "For years, the workers of the BJP had desired the removal of Article 370. While our voices were loud, we also wondered how this would be possible. The country elected Modi ji as Prime Minister for the second time and abolished Article 370. Working under Modi's leadership for years, I have seen that he is the only person in the country who has never taken a vacation... Because of this, the 11th-ranked economy that Manmohan Singh left behind has now reached the fourth position. People of Delhi, be prepared; by 2027, we will have become the third-largest economy in the world..."
- 17 Sept 2025 4:08 PM IST
PM Modi ensured development reached every citizen of the nation: Murlidhar Mohol
On PM Modi's birthday, Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol says, "...Today 'Sewa Pakhwada' is being organised across the nation on the occasion of PM Modi's birthday...In the last 11 years, PM Modi has taken the nation forward...PM Modi has ensured that development reaches every citizen of the nation...Today, India has become the world's fourth-largest economy...The people of the nation respect PM Modi a lot...In Pune, a drone light show is also being organised, showcasing PM Modi's resolve for 'Viksit Bharat' and works done by PM Modi for the development of the nation..."
- 17 Sept 2025 4:04 PM IST
From surgical strikes to Ram Mandir, PM Modi fulfilled decades-old aspirations: Amit Shah
On PM Modi's 75th birthday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "Be it securing the country's borders, surgical strikes, air strikes, and finally giving a befitting reply to Pakistan through Operation Sindoor, PM Modi has done it all. For years, we all wanted a Ram Mandir to be built in Ayodhya... Rahul Baba used to mock the BJP, saying, 'Mandir vahi banayenge kekin tithi nahi batayenge'. The temple has been built, Ram Lalla has been installed, and people all over the world are rejoicing today. Be it building the Kashi Vishwanath corridor, or starting the work of rebuilding the Somnath temple with gold, every such issue that was stuck for years, PM Modi solved it in a jiffy and increased the confidence of the people of the country."
- 17 Sept 2025 4:02 PM IST
PM Modi has taken the nation forward, India is becoming 'Atmanirbhar': Eknath Shinde
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde says, "Today is the birthday of PM Modi and I extend greetings to Prime Minister. PM Modi is celebrating his 75th birthday by launching the ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan’...In the last 11 years, PM Modi has taken the nation forward...Today the nation is becoming 'Atmanirbhar'..."
On the local body elections, he says, "Shiv Sena is always ready. We work 24/7. Mahayuti will win the local body elections with a big margin..."
- 17 Sept 2025 4:01 PM IST
PM Modi considers all Indians his family, dedicated his life to their welfare: Amit Shah
On PM Modi's 75th birthday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "Rekha Gupta was just saying that PM Modi has never discriminated between the BJP government or any other government. He's given Delhi more than it deserved, even when Arvind Kejriwal's government was here... PM Modi considers 140 crore people his family and dedicated his entire life to their welfare. Securing the nation, developing it economically, bringing new energy, enthusiasm, and convenience to every poor person's home, and instilling the resolve of a great India in every child's mind, PM Modi has accomplished all this in his 11 years. The country will long remember these accomplishments of PM Modi..."
