Narendra Modi: The Most Globally Honoured Indian Prime Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received 27 international awards — a rare feat for any world leader, showcasing his global influence and diplomatic reach
The Legion of Honour – FranceIn 2023, France awarded Modi its highest civilian honour, Legion of Honour, for strengthening India-France ties
Order of Zayed – UAEIn 2019, UAE conferred its top civilian award, Order of Zayed, recognizing Modi’s role in bolstering bilateral relations
King Hamad Order – BahrainThe highest civilian award of Bahrain was given to Modi in 2019 for deepening strategic ties between the two nations
Order of St. Andrew – RussiaIn 2019, Russia honoured Modi with the Order of St. Andrew, its highest civilian award, for his role in building India-Russia relations
Nishan-e-Pakistan Equivalent – PalestineModi was awarded the Grand Collar of the State of Palestine in 2018 — their highest honour for foreign dignitaries
Global Goalkeeper Award – Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationThis 2019 award recognised Modi’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyan for improving sanitation and public health