Home / News / India News / Photos / IN PHOTOS | PM Modi birthday: Putin, Netanyahu, Meloni among world leaders extending wishes

IN PHOTOS | PM Modi birthday: Putin, Netanyahu, Meloni among world leaders extending wishes

Updated On: 17 September, 2026 06:50 PM IST | Divya Nair

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on September 17, with birthday wishes pouring in from world leaders and diplomats. Russian President Vladimir Putin, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni and others praised Modi and highlighted ties with India. PICS/X

  • WhatsApp
  • Twitter
  • WhatsAppBookmarkBookmark
01
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni extended wishes to PM Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday on Thursday, saying that both nations continue to strengthen their "deep bond of friendship" and building together a future of cooperation and prosperity. FILE PIC
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni extended wishes to PM Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday on Thursday, saying that both nations continue to strengthen their "deep bond of friendship" and building together a future of cooperation and prosperity. FILE PIC
02
The US Embassy in India conveyed heartfelt birthday greetings to PM Modi on behalf of US President Donald Trump. “On behalf of President Donald Trump, we wish Prime Minister Narendra Modi a very Happy Birthday. Wishing you all the health and happiness in the coming year!” the US mission posted on X
The US Embassy in India conveyed heartfelt birthday greetings to PM Modi on behalf of US President Donald Trump. “On behalf of President Donald Trump, we wish Prime Minister Narendra Modi a very Happy Birthday. Wishing you all the health and happiness in the coming year!” the US mission posted on X
03
Russian President Vladimir Putin also extended wishes to PM Modi, lauding his contribution to strengthening the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two nations. The Russian Embassy in India shared President Putin's message for PM Modi on Instagram. In the message, President Putin expressed gratitude to PM Modi for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him during his recent visit to New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin also extended wishes to PM Modi, lauding his contribution to strengthening the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two nations. The Russian Embassy in India shared President Putin's message for PM Modi on Instagram. In the message, President Putin expressed gratitude to PM Modi for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him during his recent visit to New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit
04
Extending warm greetings to Modi, his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu lauded the Indian leader for transforming India into a world power. Netanyahu also underscored the growing ties between India and Israel, describing it as an “unprecedented partnership” between two great democracies. “Happy birthday, Narendra! Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Your leadership has transformed India into a world power. Together, we have built an unprecedented partnership between our two great democracies. The friendship between Israel and India has never been stronger, and together we will take it to even greater heights. I wish you many more years of leadership, health and fulfillment,” the Office of the Prime Minister of Israel posted on X, quoting Netanyahu
Extending warm greetings to Modi, his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu lauded the Indian leader for transforming India into a world power. Netanyahu also underscored the growing ties between India and Israel, describing it as an “unprecedented partnership” between two great democracies. “Happy birthday, Narendra! Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Your leadership has transformed India into a world power. Together, we have built an unprecedented partnership between our two great democracies. The friendship between Israel and India has never been stronger, and together we will take it to even greater heights. I wish you many more years of leadership, health and fulfillment,” the Office of the Prime Minister of Israel posted on X, quoting Netanyahu
05
Meanwhile, Japan’s Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, also hailed PM Modi’s leadership in advancing the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’, while expressing hope that the India-Japan partnership would reach greater heights as the two countries prepare to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations next year. “Warm birthday wishes to PM Shri Narendra Modi. Your leadership continues to inspire India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat. Marking 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations next year, may the India-Japan partnership rise to even greater heights as we celebrate and join hands!” Keiichi posted on X
Meanwhile, Japan’s Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, also hailed PM Modi’s leadership in advancing the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’, while expressing hope that the India-Japan partnership would reach greater heights as the two countries prepare to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations next year. “Warm birthday wishes to PM Shri Narendra Modi. Your leadership continues to inspire India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat. Marking 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations next year, may the India-Japan partnership rise to even greater heights as we celebrate and join hands!” Keiichi posted on X
06
In his birthday post to PM Modi, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), wrote, “Happy birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi. I wish you many happy returns. Thank you for hosting a successful BRICS Leaders Summit, for putting health high on the agenda, and for securing strong commitments by BRICS Leaders to Health For All and global health security"
In his birthday post to PM Modi, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), wrote, “Happy birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi. I wish you many happy returns. Thank you for hosting a successful BRICS Leaders Summit, for putting health high on the agenda, and for securing strong commitments by BRICS Leaders to Health For All and global health security"
07
His Holiness the Dalai Lama also extended his birthday wishes to the Indian PM. “May I congratulate you on India's emergence as a confident and strong nation,” the Dalai Lama wrote in his message to the Prime Minister. This great country's success also contributes significantly to global peace, stability and development," he wrote.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama also extended his birthday wishes to the Indian PM. “May I congratulate you on India's emergence as a confident and strong nation,” the Dalai Lama wrote in his message to the Prime Minister. This great country's success also contributes significantly to global peace, stability and development," he wrote.

Recommended Photos

Next Gallery

Photo of Day

A clear view

A clear view

An early bird perches on the Lady of Progress statue atop Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus as the monsoon covers come off. Pic/Ashish Raje