Narendra Modi's Age, Birthday, Records: All You Need To Know As PM Turns 75

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Minister Narendra Modi turns 75-years-old on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, sparking nationwide celebrations led by BJP-ruled states and his supporters. Born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, Gujarat, Narendra Modi's age in 2025 makes him not only one of India's senior-most leaders but also one of the most influential figures in Indian politics.PM Modi became the Prime Minister of India on May 26, 2014, after the BJP won a decisive majority in the Lok Sabha elections. Since then, he has led the party to back-to-back victories in 2019 and 2024, driven by his widespread popularity.

Key Records And Milestones As PM Narendra Modi Turns 75

Below are some of the key records and milestones of PM Narendra Modi as he turns 75.

Longest-Serving Non-Congress Prime Minister:

On August 13, 2020, PM Modi overtook Atal Bihari Vajpayee by serving 2,269 days in office, making him the longest-serving Prime Minister outside the Congress party.

First Post-Independence-Born PM:

Narendra Modi is India's first Prime Minister born after 1947. His date of birth, September 17, 1950, places him in a unique category compared to all previous PMs who were born before Independence.

Surpasses Indira Gandhi’s Record:

On July 24, 2025, PM Modi completed 4,078 consecutive days in office, surpassing Indira Gandhi's record of 4,077 days. This makes him India's second-longest serving Prime Minister in a single uninterrupted term, after Jawaharlal Nehru.

Wins Three Consecutive Lok Sabha Elections:

Narendra Modi is the first non-Congress Prime Minister to secure three straight general election victories — 2014, 2019, and 2024. This achievement puts him in the same league as Nehru and Indira Gandhi.

Most Internationally Honoured PM:

PM Modi has received more foreign state awards and civilian honours than any of his predecessors, with 18 countries conferring their highest civilian recognition on him.

First Sitting PM Since Indira Gandhi To Return With Full Majority:

In 2014, the BJP under PM Modi won 282 seats - a clear majority. He repeated the feat in 2019 with 303 seats, becoming the only Prime Minister since Indira Gandhi to return to power with a full majority in the Lok Sabha.

Narendra Modi Age & PM Age Limit In India

While PM Narendra Modi's age is now 75, there is no official age limit for becoming Prime Minister of India. The PM age requirement is simply that a candidate must be at least 25-years-old to be a member of the Lok Sabha. Unlike civil services or government jobs, there is no retirement age for a Prime Minister.As Narendra Modi celebrates his 75th birthday, his legacy continues to grow - marked by historic electoral victories, long tenures in office, and unmatched global recognition.