Narendra Modi: Age, Biography, Education, Wife, Caste, Net Worth & More

Narendra Modi

Narendra Modi is the current Prime Minister of India, who is associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party. He also served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014.

Narendra Modi Biography

Narendra Damodardas Modi is India's 14th and current Prime Minister since 2014 after an impressive victory by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). An interesting fact about Modi is that he became the Chief Minister of Gujarat as a first-time MLA. Similarly, he became the PM of India as a first-time MP. Modi is credited with leading the BJP in 2014 to a majority in Lok Sabha for the first time since 1984.
Born to a Gujarati family in Vadnagar, Modi had humble beginnings when he helped his father sell tea following which he set up his tea stall allegedly.
Modi was introduced to the RSS at the age of 8, and from there began a long association with the organization. He was assigned to the BJP in 1985. Narendra Modi assumed the office of the chief minister, of Gujarat in 2001 and remained in office until 2014 while contesting the Lok Sabha election, and then became the prime minister of India. In 2019, he was sworn in as prime minister of India for a second term.

By Zainab Ashraf Updated: Sunday, March 3, 2024, 09:26:32 AM [IST]

Narendra Modi Personal Life

Full Name	Narendra Modi
Date of Birth	17 Sep 1950 (Age 73)
Place of Birth	Vadnagar, Mehsana (Gujarat)
Party Name	Bharatiya Janta Party
Education	Post Graduate
Profession	Social Worker, Political Activity
Father's Name	Damodardas Mulchanddas Modi
Mother's Name	Smt. Hiraben Damodardas Modi
Religion	Hindu
Caste	Other Backward Class
Website	http://www.narendramodi.in
Social Handles	Social Handles:

Narendra Modi Net Worth

Net Worth: ₹2.51 CRORE

ASSETS:₹2.51 CRORE

Liabilities: N/A

Education Qualification of Narendra Modi

Narendra Modi pursued his higher secondary education in Vadnagar in 1967.
He studied BA in Political Science, a distance-education course from Delhi University.
Later, he earned an M.A. degree in Entire Political Science from Gujarat University, Ahmedabad in 1983.

Interesting Facts about Narendra Modi

In his childhood, Modi had showered his support towards Indian Army soldiers. During the Indo-Pakistan War of 1965, he would rush to serve hot masala chai to soldiers when the train would arrive at the local railway station.
During his school days, PM Modi acted in several plays. He was barely 13 or 14 when he enacted a play to raise funds to repair a broken wall of his school in his hometown.
Inspired by the growing gypsy culture, PM Modi, during his adolescence, spent around two years travelling around India. He returned to Gujarat after visiting various religious centers across the country.
At the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony in Ayodhya, Modi was the chief ‘yajman’ or the host of the Ram temple consecration and on his behalf, the prayers were offered.
PM Modi is the first ever PM to be born after India attained Independence.

Political Timeline of Narendra Modi

2019

Indian PM Narendra Modi has secured another five-year term after winning a landslide general election victory.

2014

Narendra Modi was elected as the 14th and current Prime Minister of India. Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister of India on 26 May 2014. He became the first Prime Minister born after India's independence from the British Empire.

2012

Modi was again elected from Maninagar. This time he defeated Bhatt Shweta Sanjiv by 34097 votes. He again took oath as chief minister (fourth term). Later he resigned from the assembly in 2014.

2007

On 23 December 2007, Modi's third term as CM started and was completed on 20 December 2012. This time again, he won from Maninagar. He defeated Dinsha Patel of Congress.

2002

He contested from Maninagar and won the assembly election. He defeated Oza Yatinbhai Narendrakumar of Congress by 38256 votes. He was retained as Chief Minister of Gujarat. (Second Term).

2001

Keshubhai Patel's health was failing, and the BJP lost a few state assembly seats in by-elections. The BJP national leadership replaced Patel with Modi as Chief Minister of Gujarat. On 7 October 2001, Modi took the oath as CM of Gujarat. On 24 February 2002, he won a by-election to the Rajkot – II constituency. He defeated Ashwin Mehta of the INC by 14,728 votes. This was his first and very short term.

1995

He was elected BJP national secretary and transferred to New Delhi. He headed the election campaigns of Haryana and Himachal Pradesh. Modi was promoted to BJP general secretary (organization) in 1996.

1990

Modi helped to organize L. K. Advani's 1990 Ram Rath Yatra and Murli Manohar Joshi's Ekta Yatra in 1991–92.

1987

Modi was elected as the organizing secretary of the BJP's Gujarat unit.

1986

After L. K. Advani, Modi became president of the BJP. At that time RSS decided to place its members in important positions within the BJP.

1985

RSS assigned Modi to the BJP. Later in 1987, Modi helped to organize the BJP's campaign in the Ahmedabad municipal election. BJP won that election.

1979

He went to work for the RSS in Delhi. where he was put to work researching and writing the RSS's version of the history of the Emergency.

1978

He became an 'RSS sambhag pracharak'. Associated with RSS activities in the areas of Surat and Vadodara.

1975

Narendra Modi was appointed as general secretary of the "Gujarat Lok Sangharsh Samiti" by RSS. During the Emergency, Modi was forced to go underground to avoid arrest. He was involved in printing pamphlets opposing the government.

Narendra Modi Early Life

1972

Joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

1967

He completed his higher secondary education in Vadnagar. Due to family tension, he left home. Modi spent around two years travelling across Northern and North-eastern India. As a Bharat Bhraman, he travelled across India including the Himalayas, Rishikesh, and Ramakrishna Missions.

1960s

As a child, Modi helped his father to sell tea at the Vadnagar railway station. Later, he ran a tea stall with his brother near a bus stand.

Narendra Modi Achievements

Best Chief Minister in a 2007 nationwide survey by India Today. Appeared on the cover of the Asian edition of Time Magazine. Indian of the Year by CNN-IBN news network in 2014. He was among Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2014, 2015, and 2017. Winner of Time magazine reader's poll for Person of the Year in 2014 and 2016. Forbes Magazine ranked him the 15th Most-Powerful Person in the World in 2014. Modi was ranked fifth on Fortune Magazine's first annual list of the "World's Greatest Leaders" in 2015.
He was the 9th-Most-Powerful Person in the World in 2015, 2016, and 2018. During his premiership, India rose to the 100th rank in the 2018 Ease of Doing Business ranking by the World Bank.
In 2020, Modi Ji was one of the eight world leaders who received the parodic Ig Nobel Prize in Medical Education "for using the COVID-19 viral pandemic to teach the world that politicians can have a more immediate effect on life and death than scientists and doctors can".
President Donald Trump awarded Modi with the Legion of Merit for elevating the India–United States relations on 21 December 2020.
The largest cricket stadium in the world - Ahmedabad, was renamed Narendra Modi Stadium by the Gujarat Cricket Association on 24 February 2021.
Another side, PM Modi is featured in TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people of 2021 list. Moreover, He was called as third "pivotal leader" of independent India after Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi who "dominated the country's politics like no one since then."
In August 2023, Modi laid the foundation stone of the Ram Temple. This marked the official start of the construction of the Ram Temple after the Supreme Court's judgement.

Election Results of Narendra Modi

Year	Election	Type	Constituency	Result
2019	Parliament election	MP	Varanasi	Won
2014	Parliament election	MP	Vadodara	Won
2014	Parliament election	MP	Varanasi	Won
2012	Gujarat Assembly election	MLA	Maninagar	Won
2007	Gujarat Assembly election	MLA	Maninagar	Won
2002	Gujarat Assembly election	MLA	Maninagar	Won

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs on Narendra Modi)

What is Narendra Modi’s real name?

Narendra Modi’s real name is Narendra Damodardas Modi.
What is Narendra Modi’s height?

Narendra Modi’s height is approx. 5'6".
What is Narendra Modi’s blood group?

Narendra Modi’s blood group is A positive.
Who are Narendra Modi’s favorite leaders?

Narendra Modi’s favorite leaders are Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and Swami Vivekananda.
Is Narendra Modi married?

Narendra Modi was married to Jashodaben Modi in 1968, who is a former School teacher. Subsequently, the couple decided to get separated.
What is the name of Narendra Modi’s wife?

Narendra Modi’s wife’s name is Jashodaben Modi, but she was estranged merely after 3 years of their wedding.
Are Narendra Modi and Lalit Modi brothers?

No, Narendra Modi and Lalit Modi are not from the same family background.
What is Narendra Modi’s caste?

Narendra Modi comes from the “Modh Ghanchi” caste of Gujarat, which goes under the Other Backward Category.
Was Narendra Modi a tea seller?

Narendra Modi initially helped his father to sell tea at the Vadnagar railway station. He later ran a tea stall with his brother near a bus stand.
What are Narendra Modi’s hobbies?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s hobbies are - collecting branded watches, clicking photos, writing poems, and staying up-to-date about the latest tech stuff. Modi is also very particular about his appearance, as he has made several headlines because of his fashion sense.
Which mobile is used by Narendra Modi?

As per the sources, Prime Minister Narendra uses iPhone 6 smartphone; as we all know our PM is India’s one of the most Tech-Savvy personalities. Prime Minister’s iPhone 6 is equipped with some special software due to security reasons.
Where is PM Modi today?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Uttar Pradesh today.

Narendra Modi Latest News & Updates

PM Modi travels by metro to reach Delhi University

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took metro today to attend Delhi University Centenary Celebrations. The PM also interacted with other commuters and youngsters while travelling.
Narendra Modi holds a meeting with senior ministers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has convened a meeting with senior cabinet ministers and officials soon after he returned from State visits to the US and Egypt. In that meeting prestigious politicians like Home Minister Amit Shah, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Urban Affairs and Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri were also seen participating.
PM Modi set to address Indian Americans in Washington

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address a gathering of Indian Americans from across the US in Washington on June 23. This is going to conduct on the role of diaspora in India's growth story, an eminent community leader has said.
PM Modi is visiting the US from June 21-24 at the invitation of US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden.
PM Modi takes a jibe at opposition in Uttara Kannada district

The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi today addressed a meeting in Uttara Kannada district's Ankola ahead of its assembly election. Where the PM took a jibe at the opposition by saying the party only knows 'gaali politics', who are unable to defeat so abusing the ruling party.
As per ANI, the BJP politician also stated that the Karnataka people will refuse the INC party for abusing him.
As per PM Modi multilateralism in crisis today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at G20 foreign ministers' meeting that global governance has failed.
In last few years the financial crisis, climate change, pandemic, terrorism and wars clearly showed that the multilateralism is in crisis today.
Prime Minister to inaugurate Shivamogga Airport in Karnataka

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to inaugurate Shivamogga Airport today in Karnataka.
It is built at a cost of Rs 450 crore, however, PM also twitted the same. The post read, "The airport in Shivamogga will boost commerce, connectivity and enhance tourism."
PM Modi takes a jibe at Gandhi family

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a jibe at Rahul Gandhi and his family by asking why they are scared of keeping Nehru surname?
Modi ji replied during the rajya sabha debate as the government was earlier accused of trying to erase the significant works of India's first PM Jawaharlal Nehru.
PM Modi and President Murmu welcome Egyptian president

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Draupadi Murmu welcomed the Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The Egyptian President has been arrived in New Delhi on a three-day visit to India on the occasion of Republic Day.
Narendra Modi gets a call from PM of Pakistan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently got a call from the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif for serious and sincere talks.
As per report, during a Dubai-based television interview, Mr. Sharif said that after having three times war with India they have learned the lesson. The PM also said that they want to have peace with its neighbour country.
Prime Minister to inaugurate India's 8th Vande Bharat Express

Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, is all set to inaugurate the country's 8th Vande Bharat Express on January 15, 2023.
This will be the first blue- and white-collar express train, and the second Vande Bharat Express train in the Southern part of India.

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