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- Born 17 September 1950
- Age 74
- Birth Place Vadnagar, Bombay State India, (present-day, Gujarat, )
- Profession Politician, Writer, Social Worker, Bibliographer
- Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
- In Office Chief Minister Of Gujarat 7 October 2001 - 22 May 2014, Member Of Gujarat Legislative Assembly 15 December 2002 - 16 May 2014, General Secretary (Organisation) Of The Bharatiya Janata Party 5 January 1998 - 7 October 2001
- Residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, New Delhi
Narendra Modi BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 05 Feb 2025
Narendra Damodardas Modi is the 15th Prime Minister of India and assumed office in May 2014. Modi was sworn-in as India’s Prime Minister for the third time on 9th June 2024, following another decisive victory in the 2024 Parliamentary elections. Modi has previously served as the Prime Minister fro...m 2014 to 2019, and from 2019 to 2024. Modi also served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014. He has been an active member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in the past. Since coming to power, Modi has single-handedly made BJP the most powerful party in the country with power in most of the state. Narendra Modi is one of the most followed names on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Modi's rise in the BJP has been phenomenal. Ensuring three consecutive election victories for the party in Gujarat, Modi launched himself on to the national stage. Despite stiff opposition from party patriarch LK Advani, Modi was declared the prime ministerial candidate for Lok Sabha elections in 2014. A significant aspect of Modi's tenure has been his focus on foreign policy and international relations. He has actively engaged with world leaders, promoting India's interests on the global stage. Modi has sought to strengthen bilateral ties, forge strategic partnerships, and enhance India's standing as a global power. Notable initiatives include the establishment of the International Solar Alliance and increased cooperation with African nations. Narendra Modi has effectively utilized social media platforms to directly communicate with the citizens of India, bypassing traditional media channels. Through his monthly radio program "Mann Ki Baat", Modi addresses a wide range of issues and shares his thoughts with the nation. This direct communication approach has helped him maintain a strong connection with the people and project a relatable image.
Narendra Modi PERSONAL LIFE
| Father | Damodardas Mulchand Modi |
|---|---|
| Mother | Heeraben Modi |
| Spouse | Jashodaben Modi (1968; 1971), |
| Education | Delhi University (BA), Gujarat University (MA) |
| Net Worth | 391,937 United States dollar ( Source: Wikipedia ) |
POSITIONS HELD BY Narendra Modi
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Chief Minister of Gujarat | 7 October 2001 - 22 May 2014 |
| Member of the 16th Lok Sabha | 16 May 2014 - Present |
| Prime Minister of India | 26 May 2014 - Present |
| Member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly | 1 January 2002 - 16 May 2014 |
| Minister of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions | 26 May 2014 - Present |
| Member of the 17th Lok Sabha | 23 May 2019 - Present |
| Leader of the House in Lok Sabha | 23 May 2019 - Present |
| Member of the Lok Sabha | 2024 - Present |
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G7 Summit 2024: PM Modi to Attend G7 Summit In Italy, Focus on Global Challenges
June 13, 2024 2:10 pm
G7 Summit 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 50th G7 leaders’ summit in Italy, marking his first trip abroad after securing his third term. The summit, taking place in Borgo Egnazia, Apulia, from June 13 to 15, will address pressing global issues such as the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas conflict, artificial intelligence, energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean.
What Rahul did right: It was not the promise of better governance
June 22, 2020 6:08 pm
Congress President Rahul Gandhi is rightly being credited for the grand old party's victory in three crucial states in the Hindi heartland. But what did he do right? It was not the promise of better governance. Manoj CG explains what really worked.