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"Thank you Prime Minister Meloni for your warm wishes. Deeply appreciate Italy’s friendship and look forward to strengthening it further," PM Modi said.

"Thank you, my friend, President Putin, for your phone call and warm wishes on my 75th birthday. We are committed to further strengthening our Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. India is ready to make all possible contributions towards a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict," PM Modi said.

“Today marks the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It is a matter of immense pride for all of us that our PM continues to serve the nation tirelessly and lead India on the path to becoming a developed nation. Modi ji has given so much to the people of Assam, and today, our state too is moving steadily towards new heights of progress under his leadership. To celebrate this historic occasion, we have organised a 15-day Seva Pakhwada programme in Assam," Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

Cinema stars Dharmendra, Jeetendra, Shah Rukh Khan, and other leading figures from the film industry extended warm birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday on Wednesday. They praised his leadership, dedication, and service to the nation.

In his message, veteran actor Dharmendra described PM Modi as “one of India’s great sons” who has “nurtured and uplifted the nation.”

"Shops selling 'made in India' goods should have 'Garv se kaho yeh swadeshi hai' boards," said PM Modi during a rally in Dhar, MP.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to women across the country to actively participate in the Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar health initiative launched on his birthday.

"Today, I have come here to demand something from my mothers and sisters... All I ask is that all of you should attend these camps without any hesitation... All the tests in these camps are free of cost. There would be no fee. Tests and medicines would be free... State treasury is not more important than your health... And the Ayushman Card will assist you with further treatments," PM Modi said.

PM Modi, addressing a rally in Dhar, took a jibe at Pakistan while underlining India’s strong stance against terrorism.

"Abhi kal hi desh aur duniya ne dekha hai fir ek Pakistani aatanki ne ro ro kar apna haal bataya hai. Ye naya Bharat hai. Ye kisi ki parmanu dhamki se darta nahi hai... Ghar mein ghus ke maarta hai," Modi said.

He added, “The nation gives utmost priority to the security of Mother India. Pakistani terrorists removed the Sindoor of our sisters and daughters. We did Operation Sindoor and destroyed terror camps. Our brave armed forces brought Pakistan to its knees within the blink of an eye. Just yesterday, the nation and the world witnessed another Pakistani terrorist tearfully narrate his ordeal. This is a new India. It fears no one's nuclear threats...”

Russian President Vladimir Putin extended birthday greetings to PM Modi, praising his “enormous personal contribution” to strengthening the partnership between Moscow and New Delhi.

In a message published on the Kremlin website, Putin wrote, “Dear Mr Prime Minister, please accept my heartfelt congratulations on the occasion of your 75th birthday.” He added, “You are making a great personal contribution to strengthening the special privileged strategic partnership between our countries, to developing mutually beneficial Russian-Indian cooperation in various areas.”

"Today, September 17, is another historic day. On this day, the nation saw the iron-strong will of Sardar Patel. The Indian army liberated Hyderabad and protected its rights. Decades passed, but no one celebrated this achievement. But our government made this event immortal. We started celebrating this day as Hyderabad Liberation Day," said PM Modi during his rally in Dhar, MP.

PM Modi was referring to the video of Jaish-e-Mohammad’s top commander Masood Ilyas Kashmiri admitting that the counterterror strike under Operation Sindoor tore the family members of the terror group’s chief, Maulana Masood Azhar, into pieces.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Dhar transferred funds under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana directly into the bank accounts of eligible women across the country.

He also unveiled the Suman Sakhi Chatbot, designed to raise awareness on maternal and child health, and launched two nationwide campaigns — ‘Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar’ and the ‘8th Rashtriya Poshan Maah’.

PM Modi inaugurated the PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. He was welcomed with traditional handicrafts and cutural gifts.

Spread over more than 2,150 acres, the park is designed as a modern industrial township with world-class facilities such as a Common Effluent Treatment Plant, solar power plant, and modern road infrastructure.

The project is expected to give a major boost to the textile sector while significantly benefiting local cotton growers by enhancing their income and ensuring better value for their produce, reported ANI.

Former prime minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak, extended his greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, marking Modi’s 75th birthday.

Speaking about their relationship, Sunak said, “It is a great pleasure to wish Prime Minister Modi a happy 75th birthday. In these uncertain times, we all need good friends, and Modi Ji has always been a good friend to me and to Britain.”

“As someone from a British-Indian family, this relationship will always have a special place in my heart," he added, as quoted by ANI.

PM Modi’s younger brother, Prahlad Modi, extended his greetings on the PM’s 75th birthday on Wednesday. He also participated in a fruit distribution program organized by the Modi community at Sola Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

Speaking to ANI, Prahlad Modi said, “Today, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is completing his 75th year and entering his 76th year. On his birthday, programs have been organised across India. Our Modi community also does not want to be left behind.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marks his 75th birthday by attending a rally in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, as part of the celebrations.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his heartfelt birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him the torchbearer of the hopes and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians. He praised Modi for positioning ‘New India’ at the forefront on the global stage, recognizing him as the world’s most popular politician, a guide for all citizens, and the visionary behind ‘One India – Excellent India’.

President Droupadi Murmu extended her greetings to PM Narendra Modi, praising his “unparalleled leadership” and expressing hope that he continues to “lead the nation to new heights of progress.”

The BJP is set to launch a more-than-two-week-long “Sewa Pakhwada” to mark the birthday of PM Modi.

BJP-run governments at the Centre and in various states have planned a wide range of outreach, welfare, development, and awareness initiatives. The programmes, running until October 2, include health camps, cleanliness drives, gatherings of intellectuals, and fairs promoting indigenous products across the country.

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar extended his birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him “Captain."
In a post on X, Akshay wrote, “75vi janamdin par hardik subhkamnaye @narendramodi ji. Meri dil se yeh prarthana hai ki aapko lambi umra aur acha swasth mile… Aap bharat ko nayi uunchai tak le jaate rahe. Happy Birthday, Captain.”

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, greeted PM Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday, wishing him good health and a long life. In a brief message on X, Gandhi wrote, “Wishing Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji a happy birthday and good health.”

Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge also took to social media to convey his wishes, posting, “Best wishes to Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi Ji on his birthday. May he be blessed with good health and long life.”