Congratulatory messages have been pouring in by world leaders, lawmakers and public figures for Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he became the longest-serving elected PM in India’s history, completing 12 years in office and surpassing previous records for continuous tenure.
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Wednesday congratulated Modi and reaffirmed Colombo’s commitment to bilateral ties. In a post on X, the Sri Lankan president’s office said: “SL President @anuradisanayake – has conveyed warm congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi on becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in India’s history.”
Sri Lanka said the message reaffirms commitment to further strengthening the close and enduring partnership with India.
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim also congratulated PM Modi, calling the milestone a testament to his leadership and public service. “Heartiest congratulations to PM Modi on this historic milestone of becoming India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister. This achievement stands as a testament to his years of dedicated public service and leadership in advancing India’s development, prosperity and standing on the global stage,” Anwar wrote on X.
“Malaysia values its close and longstanding friendship with India, and I look forward to continuing our cooperation in strengthening bilateral ties and expanding opportunities for our peoples. I wish PM Modi continued success and the people of India continued peace, progress and prosperity,” he added.
US senators also congratulate Modi
US Senator John Cornyn praised Modi’s leadership and highlighted India’s economic growth under his tenure. “Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi on becoming India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister – 4,399 days of leadership earned through the trust of 1.4 billion people across three democratic mandates. From lifting 250 million out of poverty to making India the world’s fastest-growing major economy, PM Modi’s tenure has been nothing short of transformational. The US-India partnership has never been stronger,” Cornyn posted on X.
US Senator Bill Hagerty said the India-US partnership had strengthened significantly during Modi’s tenure. “Congratulations to Indian Prime Minister @narendramodi who has become the country’s longest-serving prime minister. Under PM Modi’s leadership, the U.S.-India partnership has truly become comprehensive, global, and strategic,” Hagerty wrote.
International singer Mary Millben also posted a lengthy congratulatory message, describing Modi’s journey as symbolic of the “Indian dream”. “As the tricolor flag soars proudly across the skies of India, we celebrate a historic, democratic milestone in the journey of a great Nation. Today, I offer my heartfelt congratulations to my friend Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving Prime Minister,” she wrote.
“Your steadfast leadership, enduring commitment to the progress, unity, and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians, alongside your unwavering vision for a stronger Bharat has helped shape an era of transformation,” Millben added, while also praising Modi’s role in strengthening India-US relations and India’s global standing.
PM Narendra Modi, who first took office in May 2014, is currently serving his third consecutive term as prime minister after the BJP-led NDA returned to power in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
