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 2:46 PM ISTHarsh Sanghavi inaugurates a mega blood donation drive on PM Modi's birthday
Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi inaugurated a mega blood donation drive at Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday.
- 17 Sept 2025 2:41 PM IST
Blood donation camp organised in Maninagar on PM Modi's 75th birthday
Amul Bhatt, BJP MLA from Maninagar, participates in a blood donation camp organised in his constituency to celebrate PM Modi’s birthday.
- 17 Sept 2025 2:37 PM IST
PM Modi’s journey to be celebrated through music and theatre at ‘Namotsav’ in Ahmedabad
Following the Blood Donation Mahotsav 2.0, the blood donation camp at Narendra Modi Stadium, Motera, Ahmedabad, there will be by Namotsav in the evening, a musical multimedia show in Bapunagar where 150 artists are set to perform. Apart from music, there will be a play to depict Modi's journey from Vadnagar to Delhi and his key successes like Operation Sindoor.
- 17 Sept 2025 2:34 PM IST
Rajasthan CM thanks PM Modi for gift of 'Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar'
On PM Modi's 75th birthday, Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma says, "... I fullheartedly thank PM Modi for giving the gift of 'Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar' to empower women on the occasion of his birthday..."
- 17 Sept 2025 2:32 PM IST
Hardeep Singh Puri offers Ardas on PM Modi’s birthday
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri offered Ardas at the Patna Sahib Gurudwara on the occassion of PM Modi's 75th birthday. Puri says, "I am fortunate to be here today. We offered an Ardas for the long life and good health of PM Modi... Not just in Patna Sahib, Ardas was performed in 4 other Gurudwaras across the country..."
- 17 Sept 2025 2:30 PM IST
PM Modi has given priority to women's and children's health: Smriti Irani
On PM Modi's 75th birthday, BJP leader Smriti Irani says, "I join citizens across the country to wish the Prime Minister a very happy birthday. But what is extremely significant is that he has made these announcements for women and children of our country from a very historical city, from the land of Ahilya by Holkar, who is not only known for her administrative power, but also the military precision with which she secured her state. The Prime Minister, in his entire political journey... at the very centre of his governance model, gave priority to women's and children's health. I today pay not only tribute to his political journey but also the social steadfastness with which he has led..."
- 17 Sept 2025 2:28 PM IST
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju leads cleanliness drive on PM Modi's birthday
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju carried out a cleanliness drive on the occasion of PM Modi's 75th birthday.
- 17 Sept 2025 2:26 PM IST
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri prays for PM Modi's good health and long life
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri organised Ardas and Langar at Gurudwara Dashmesh Darbar, Marol, in Mumbai, for the long life and good health of Prime Minister Modi on his 75th Birthday.
- 17 Sept 2025 2:23 PM IST
Uttarakhand CM thanks PM Modi for state's development
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami says, "After Narendra Modi ji became the Prime Minister, he has provided several schemes for Uttarakhand's development... During the time of disasters, we have received full support from the Prime Minister... PM Modi has always encouraged us. We have made all the preparations for the Seva Pakhwada, which is going to be held until October 2..."
- 17 Sept 2025 2:21 PM IST
Ahead of new GST reforms rollout on September 22, PM Modi calls for Swadesi push
Addressing a public rally, PM Modi says, "... From September 22, the first day of Navratri, new GST reforms will be implemented. We have to take advantage of them by buying Indian products... Every shop should have a board that says, 'Garv se Kaho, ye swadesi hai'. State governments should run a campaign for this..."
