Narendra Modi Age
As of 2024, he is 74 years old.
Narendra Modi Biography
| Full Name | Narendra Damordas Modi |
| Date of Birth | 17 September 1950 |
| Birthplace | Vadnagar, Gujarat |
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 cm) |
| Education | B.A. in political science from the School of Open Learning at the University of Delhi, M.A. in political science from Gujarat University |
| Profession | Politician, Government Official |
| Party | BJP |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Social Media | Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube |
Narendra Modi Family
Modi was born to Damodardas Mulchand Modi, a tea seller, and his mother, Hiraben Modi, a homemaker. He was third of six children in the Modi family.
Narendra Modi was married to Jashodaben Chimanlal Modi in an arranged marriage at the age of 18. However, the couple has been estranged for many years and has lived separately since then. Jashodaben is a retired school teacher who has maintained a low profile throughout their separation.
Narendra Modi Early Life
Narendra Modi was born on September 17, 1950 in Vadnagar, a small town in northern Gujarat. The Modi family lived in a small single-story house.
As a child, Modi balanced his studies with working at the family’s tea stall to help make ends meet. His friends remember him as a hard-working curious kid. He would spend hours reading in the local library.
At a young age, Modi felt a strong urge to make a difference in society. He was highly influenced by the works of Swami Vivekananda. At 17, he left home to travel across India for two years, exploring various cultures. When he returned, he joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Ahmedabad. His daily routine after joining the organization began at 5 am and went on till late night.
In the late 1970s, the young Narendra Modi joined the movement to restore democracy in India during the Emergency period.
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Narendra Modi Net Worth & Assets
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s net worth, as declared in his latest election affidavit, stands at ₹3.02 crore.
Movable Assets
- Bank fixed deposits: ₹2.85 crore with the State Bank of India
- National Savings Certificates (NSCs): ₹9.12 lakh
- Gold (4 rings): ₹2.67 lakh
- Cash in hand: ₹52,920
- Additional bank deposits: ₹73,304 in Gandhinagar and ₹7,000 in Varanasi
Immovable Assets
- Modi does not own any immovable assets like land, real estate, or vehicles
Income and Liabilities
- Modi’s income increased from ₹11.14 lakh in 2018-19 to ₹23.56 lakh in 2022-23.
- He has no outstanding loans or government dues
Narendra Modi Political Career
In 1987, he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the general secretary of the party’s Gujarat unit a year later.
In October 2001, Modi was appointed Chief Minister of Gujarat following a poor response to a devastating earthquake by the previous government. In a year of his tenure, he faced the 2002 Gujarat riots which resulted in significant communal violence. Despite controversies, Modi was credited with implementing policies that led to substantial economic growth in Gujarat. He won consecutive state assembly elections in 2002, 2007, and 2012, becoming the longest-serving chief minister of Gujarat for twelve and a half years and solidifying his position in the party.
In 2014 general elections, Modi led the BJP to a historic victory securing an absolute majority in the Lok Sabha. He became Prime Minister on May 26, 2014. He continued experiencing his political success in the 2019 general elections. Following another decisive victory in the 2024 elections, Modi was sworn in for a third consecutive term on June 9, 2024.
Narendra Modi Awards
PM Narendra Modi has received numerous prestigious international awards throughout his tenure. Some of the recent ones are:
| Order of St. Andrew the Apostle (Russia) |
| Order of the Druk Gyalpo (Bhutan) |
| Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour (France) |
| Order of the Nile (Egypt) |
| Grand Companion of the Order of Logohu (Papua New Guinea) |
| Companion of the Order of Fiji |
| Ebakl Award (Palau) |
FAQs
Narendra Damordas Modi
Modi and Jashodaben had an arranged marriage in 1968. They lived together only for some months and later separated.
He graduated with a B.A. in political science from the School of Open Learning at the University of Delhi, and did M.A. in political science from Gujarat University.
Narendra Modi receives a salary of Rs 1.66 lakh per month as the Prime Minister of India. This includes:
A parliamentary allowance of Rs 45,000
An expense allowance of Rs 3,000
A daily allowance of Rs 2,000
Abasic pay of Rs 50,000
He has no biological children.
17 September, 1950