The Union Cabinet on Wednesday (June 10, 2026) congratulated Narendra Modi on becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of the country, surpassing the previous record held by former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who served for 4,398 continuous days from 1952 to 1964.

At a press briefing, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the occasion stood as a symbol of India’s democratic consciousness, public trust, and the power of public participation, reflecting the unprecedented support bestowed by the people upon a leader guided by the “nation first” resolve.

The Cabinet adopted resolutions expressing gratitude for the work done under his leadership for the welfare and empowerment of the poor and the marginalised, and appreciated his policies that have enabled over 25 crore poor people to defeat poverty, and his efforts for inclusive growth and social justice. It praises his leadership in strengthening national security and protecting India’s interests and extended its full support for his resolve in building a “Viksit Bharat (Developed India)”.

The adopted resolution concluded by extending best wishes for Mr. Modi’s excellent health and long life. “It firmly expresses absolute confidence that under the leadership of Shri Narendra Modi, India will continue to achieve new heights as a self-reliant, secure, prosperous, and glorious nation, strongly paving the way to becoming a developed nation by 2047,” said a government release.

The resolution underscored that the “political stability, dynamic governance, and far-sighted policies of the last 12 years have transformed India into the world’s fastest-growing large economy”.

The text highlighted that Mr. Modi’s achievement coincided with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government completing 12 years under his leadership and that he was also approaching 25 years of continuous service as head of government. It noted that after six decades, the country had given a mandate to the NDA government for a third consecutive term.

The youth contribution in making the country the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem and a scientific power was also recognised. “A new chapter of ‘Women-Led Development’ is detailed through comprehensive policies ranging from smoke-free kitchens and the Lakhpati Didi campaign to the historic 33% reservation for women in legislative bodies,” it said, affirming farmers as a core pillar of a “Viksit Bharat”.

The text applauded initiatives like PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and Kisan Credit Cards, which have helped propel agricultural exports past the ₹5 lakh crore mark. It commended decisions such as the abrogation of Article 370, the implementation of the Goods & Services Tax, the One Rank One Pension scheme, the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and the consolidation of labour codes.

It emphasised stringent measures taken against terrorism, such as surgical and cross-border air strikes, “Operation Sindoor”, and the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty.

“Commendable strides are also noted in the eradication of Naxalism, the signing of permanent peace accords in the North-East, and the resolution of the border dispute with Bangladesh,” said the release, while also acknowledging the expansion in manufacturing capabilities across sectors through the “Make in India” and “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” campaigns.

It hailed India’s strengthened global role through the successful G-20 presidency, International Yoga Day, and initiatives like the International Solar Alliance and Mission LiFE; and a “cultural renaissance” symbolised by the new Parliament building and Kartavya Path, driven by a “spirit of public participation that successfully navigated global crises” like COVID-19.