PM Modi’s 75th Birthday: A Celebration of Service, Culture, and Nation-Building

 

 

On September 17, 2025, India came together to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday in a way that reflected his life’s work—focused on public service, welfare, and nation-building. Unlike traditional festivities, the day emphasized action, community involvement, and initiatives that embody his vision of a strong, self-reliant India.

Service Over Celebration

The day began in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, where PM Modi inaugurated the PM MITRA Park—a major textile and apparel hub aimed at empowering cotton farmers and boosting industrial growth. Alongside, the ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar’ campaign was launched to improve maternal and family health, benefitting over a million women through the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY). These initiatives underscore the Prime Minister’s focus on welfare-driven development.

 

Sewa Pakhwada: A Fortnight of Service

The BJP announced a 15-day ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ (Service Fortnight), running from September 17 to October 2. Across India, volunteers participated in health camps, cleanliness drives, and public awareness programs. In Delhi, a Seva Sankalp Walk at India Gate celebrated the Prime Minister’s vision while introducing 75 new development schemes for city residents. This nationwide engagement highlights the spirit of community service at the heart of the celebrations.

 

Cultural Tributes and Global Greetings

From Puri, Odisha, to the streets of Delhi, citizens expressed admiration through cultural tributes. Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik crafted 750 lotuses, each representing a year of Modi’s life. Globally, spiritual leaders and world leaders—including the Dalai Lama, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni—extended greetings, recognizing PM Modi’s role in enhancing India’s global stature.

 

Promoting Atmanirbhar Bharat

In his address, PM Modi urged Indians to embrace ‘Made in India’ products, reinforcing the vision of a self-reliant nation. By combining service, culture, and economic growth, the birthday celebrations highlighted the Prime Minister’s lifelong commitment to building a united and prosperous India.