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Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu congratulated PM Narendra Modi for becoming India's second-longest-serving Prime Minister in consecutive terms. Modi surpassed Indira Gandhi's record of 11 years and 59 days with his 4,078-day tenure. The milestone was celebrated during Modi's official visit to the Maldives where bilateral agreements were signed. Notably, Modi is the first non-Congress PM and first post-independence born leader to achieve this feat.

Key Points: Maldives President Muizzu Congratulates Modi on Historic PM Tenure

  • Muizzu hails Modi's 4,078-day tenure at Maldives banquet
  • Modi surpasses Indira Gandhi's consecutive term record
  • First non-Congress PM to achieve this milestone
  • Agreements signed during Modi's Maldives visit boost bilateral ties
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Muizzu congratulates PM Modi for becoming second-longest-serving Indian Prime Minister in consecutive terms

Maldivian President Muizzu praises PM Modi for surpassing Indira Gandhi's record as India's second-longest-serving PM in consecutive terms.

"This remarkable milestone... is a testament to your unwavering commitment to public service – Mohamed Muizzu"

Male, July 25

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Friday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for completing 4,078 consecutive days in office, making him the second-longest-serving Prime Minister of India in consecutive terms -- surpassing the record previously held by former PM Indira Gandhi.

Speaking at the official banquet hosted in honour of PM Modi during his two-day visit to the Maldives, Muizzu praised the Prime Minister's leadership.

"First of all, let me convey my heartiest congratulations to Your Excellency on becoming the second-longest-serving Prime Minister of India today," Muizzu said.

"This remarkable milestone, 4078 consecutive days in office, is a testament to your unwavering commitment to public service and dedication to the progress and prosperity of the Indian people," he added.

Notably, PM Modi is the first non-Congress Prime Minister to mark this achievement. Additionally, Narendra Modi is the first Prime Minister born after independence and the longest-serving from a non-Hindi state.

Narendra Modi, 74, took oath as Prime Minister for the first time on May 26, 2014 and has served a total of 11 years and 60 days in office till date.

The erstwhile Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had served for 11 years and 59 days in office in consecutive terms. She held the highest office as Prime Minister of India from January 24, 1966, to March 24, 1977.

Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, holds the record for the longest-serving Prime Minister in consecutive terms, spanning 16 years and 286 days, from August 15, 1947, to May 27, 1964.

The first Prime Minister born after India's independence, Prime Minister Modi, has previously served as the Prime Minister of India from 2014 to 2019 and from 2019 to 2024.

PM Modi is on a two-day visit to the Maldives at the invitation of President Muizzu, where he held a bilateral meeting with Muizzu and announced several agreements to boost cooperation in trade, agriculture, health, and social welfare, providing the South Asian nation with an extra push in its development journey.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the achievement is noteworthy, I wish the government would focus more on inflation and unemployment. Records are good, but common people need relief from rising prices. Hope the next term addresses these issues more effectively.
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Rohit P
Interesting to see Maldives President congratulating Modi ji after all that controversy earlier this year. Shows diplomacy works! India's foreign policy has become much stronger under this government.
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Sarah B
As an expat in India, I've witnessed the country's development firsthand. The infrastructure improvements and digital transformation under PM Modi are impressive. This milestone is well-deserved recognition of his dedication.
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Kavya N
Being from Gujarat, I feel proud that someone from our state has achieved this! Modi ji has shown that regional leaders can make a national impact. His journey from chaiwala to PM is truly inspiring for all Indians.
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Vikram M
The Maldives visit and this congratulatory message show how India's neighborhood policy is working. After the boycott calls earlier this year, it's good to see relations improving. Strong leadership matters in foreign policy!

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