PM Modi: Trump Calls Him Great And Wise As He Breaks Nehru Record

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in the history of India. With this achievement, he has officially surpassed the record previously held by India's first elected Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. This significant feat has garnered immense attention and admiration from across the globe, with numerous world leaders and prominent international figures extending their heartfelt congratulations to the Indian leader for his enduring leadership and the transformation he has brought to the nation.

Donald Trump Praises PM Modi as a Great and Wise Friend

Among the most notable messages was from United States President Donald Trump, who took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to express his deep admiration, while president Trump described Prime Minister Modi as a "great" and "wise man," highlighting the deep personal and professional bond they share. " He further elaborated that PM Modi is a "strong, healthy, and wise man" and predicted that the Indian leader has many years of "greatness and success" ahead of him. Trump also emphasized his status as a "wonderful friend" and expressed his respect for Modi's leadership. In response, Prime Minister Modi thanked President Trump for his warm wishes and stated that he's excited to work together to further the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.

Benjamin Netanyahu Hails India-Israel Ties

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also extended his congratulations, praising PM Modi for his contribution to "transforming India" and strengthening the bilateral relationship between India and Israel, while " He specifically highlighted PM Modi's domestic achievements, stating, "You've helped 250 million Indians rise out of poverty. Our friendship and the bond between our great nations have never been stronger, while " He concluded his message with the traditional Hebrew greeting, "Mazel Tov," wishing success to PM Modi and India under his leadership.

Global Leaders Join in Congratulations

The wave of congratulations extended far beyond the US and Israel. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni recalled her recent meeting with PM Modi in Rome, where they launched a special strategic partnership. She noted on social media that this partnership would be crucial for creating new opportunities for both nations and their people. Other prominent leaders who shared their wishes on social media included Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, South Korea's Lee Jae-myung, and Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, while bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, Sri Lanka's President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison also joined the chorus of global praise. Also, messages were received from Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

The Record-Breaking Numbers and Timeline

Prime Minister Modi has now completed 4399 days in office as the Prime Minister of India. This duration officially overtakes the 4398 days served by Jawaharlal Nehru, the first elected Prime Minister of the country. This transition marks a new era in Indian political history. PM Modi first took the oath of office on May 26, 2014. His second term commenced on May 30, 2019, following a significant electoral victory. Most recently, after another decisive win in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, he took the oath for a third consecutive term on June 9, 2024. In total, he has completed 12 years at the helm of the Indian government, solidifying his position as a central figure in modern Indian history.