Full Name: Narendra Damodardas Modi
Date of Birth: September 17, 1950
Age: 74 (as of 2024)
Height: Approximately 170 cm (5 feet 7 inches)
Birthplace: Vadnagar, Gujarat, India
Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s in Political Science from Gujarat University and the University of Delhi.
Current Role: 14th and 15th Prime Minister of India (2014–present).
Spouse: Jashodaben Narendrabhai Modi
Salary : As on 2024 as per wikipedia Indian Prime Minister’s monthly salary is around 2,80,000/- INR
Early Life and Struggles
Modi was born into an economically modest family in Vadnagar. As a child, he helped his father run a tea stall at a railway station. He showed interest in serving the nation early, dreaming of joining the Indian Army, but financial constraints hindered this goal. After leaving home as a teenager, he traveled extensively across India, including to the Himalayas, to study spirituality and leadership principles. His early political engagement began with the Rastriya Swayam sevak Sangh (RSS)
Political Career
Modi joined the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) in 1985 and rose through the ranks. He served as Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014, during which he implemented significant industrial and infrastructural reforms. In 2014, he became India’s Prime Minister and was re-elected in 2019. His tenure is marked by landmark policies like GST implementation, demonetization, and the Swachh Bharat Mission, alongside controversial issues such as handling religious tensions and human rights concerns
Marriage and Controversy
Narendra Modi married Jashodaben at a young age, but the couple has lived separately for most of their lives. Jashodaben has stated in interviews that she respects Modi’s commitment to public service but has not been involved in his political or personal life since he took public office. This estrangement has attracted media attention and criticism from political opponents over transparency and treatment of his spouse
Awards and Recognition
Modi has been honored internationally, including with the Order of Abdulaziz Al Saud (Saudi Arabia), Champions of the Earth Award (United Nations), and Zayed Medal (UAE), among others
Controversies
While praised for economic and infrastructural reforms, Modi has faced criticism for policies like the handling of the Clean Ganga initiative and economic slowdowns. His stance during the 2002 Gujarat riots, his response to the 2020 farmers’ protests, and concerns over press freedoms and minority rights remain contentious issues