PM Modi turned 75 on September 17, receiving warm wishes from citizens and global leaders. Celebrations across India featured welfare drives under ‘Sewa Pakhwada,’ while PM Modi expressed heartfelt gratitude, calling the affection a strength for nation-building.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed heartfelt gratitude to citizens across India and leaders from around the world for their wishes, blessings, and prayers on the occasion of his 75th birthday.
In a personal message shared on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi said he was “truly overwhelmed” by the affection and good wishes that poured in from within the country and overseas. He emphasized that this support was not just for him as an individual but also for the collective mission of building a stronger and more developed India.
“This affection strengthens and inspires me. I thank the people for the same. The innumerable wishes and the faith you have reposed in me are a source of great strength. I see them as a blessing not for me alone, but for the work we are doing together to build a better India,” PM Modi wrote.
The Prime Minister, who turned 75 on September 17, further added that the goodwill extended to him reflected the “inherent goodness of the people of India.” He highlighted how the day was marked by several nationwide social service activities, which he said sustain society and inspire citizens to overcome challenges with positivity and hope.
“I have not been able to reply to the wishes individually, but I will say again – this affection has touched my heart deeply. I pray for everyone’s good health and well-being,” he added.
Nationwide Celebrations Under ‘Sewa Pakhwada’
Across India, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its supporters commemorated the day by organizing a wide range of welfare and service-oriented activities under the theme of ‘Sewa Pakhwada.’
These included blood donation camps, large-scale cleanliness campaigns, tree plantation drives, health check-up camps, and distribution of assistive devices to differently abled persons. Food distribution programs were also held to support the underprivileged, showcasing the government’s emphasis on public service and community development.
In several states, BJP leaders flagged off yatras to mark the day, while prayers and rituals were conducted in temples, mosques, gurudwaras, and churches, reflecting the diverse spiritual and cultural traditions of India.
Global Leaders Extend Greetings
PM Modi’s milestone birthday also drew messages of goodwill from leaders across the world. Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, UAE President Mohamed Bin Zayed, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, EU President Ursula von der Leyen, and Dominican Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit were among those who extended greetings.
Other leaders included Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, and Guyana President Dr. Irfaan Ali. Their wishes underscored Modi’s stature on the international stage and the strong diplomatic ties India has cultivated under his leadership.
A Day of Reflection and Service
Beyond the political celebrations, PM Modi’s 75th birthday became a symbol of public service and collective responsibility. The service activities held across the nation not only honored his leadership but also reinforced the ethos of community participation and welfare-driven governance.
| Also Read: Swachhata Hi Seva 2025: Tripura CM calls sanitation workers |
| Also Read: PM Modi turns 75: Governors and CMs of Northeast pay glowing tributes |
As India and the world marked this milestone, PM Modi’s message of gratitude highlighted the deep bond he shares with citizens and the global community. His call for unity, service, and positivity resonated with supporters, framing his birthday as not merely a personal celebration but an occasion to strengthen collective resolve toward a stronger, inclusive, and progressive India.
