Narendra Modi
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Overview

Narendra Damodardas Modi, born on September 17, 1950, is an Indian politician who has served as the Prime Minister of India since 2014. His journey from a humble background to becoming one of the most influential leaders in India is marked by significant milestones that have shaped his political career and the country's history.
Main Milestones
Birth
September 17, 1950
Narendra Modi was born in Vadnagar, a small town in North Gujarat’s Mehsana district, to Damodardas Modi and Hiraba Modi. He is the first Prime Minister to be born in independent India.
Joining the RSS
Early 1970s
Modi joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Hindu nationalist organization, which significantly influenced his worldview and ideology. He set up a unit of the RSS’s students’ wing, the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, in his area.
Joining the BJP
1987
Modi joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and quickly rose through the ranks. He became the general secretary of the Gujarat branch of the party in 1988.
First BJP Government in Gujarat
1995
The BJP won a majority in Gujarat, and Modi played a crucial role in the party's success. This marked the beginning of the BJP's control over the state government.
Chief Minister of Gujarat
2001-2014
Modi served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat, leading the state through significant economic growth and development. He won three consecutive state assembly elections in 2002, 2007, and 2012.
Prime Minister of India
May 26, 2014
Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister of India after leading the BJP to a clear majority in the Lok Sabha elections. He embarked on several reforms, including improving transportation infrastructure and liberalizing foreign investment rules.
Second Term as Prime Minister
2019
The BJP-led NDA alliance won the majority again in the general election, paving the way for Modi to become the Prime Minister for a second consecutive term.
Third Term as Prime Minister
2024
The BJP-led NDA alliance won 293 of the 543 seats in the Lok Sabha, allowing Modi to become the Prime Minister for a third consecutive term.