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Modi Becomes India's Longest-Serving Elected Prime Minister
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made history by becoming India's longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister as of June 10, 2026. He surpassed the record previously held by Jawaharlal Nehru. Modi's continuous tenure in office, which began on May 26, 2014, reached 4,399 days, exceeding Nehru's record of 4,398 days as an elected Prime Minister. This milestone reflects his sustained public trust across three consecutive national mandates, marking a significant period of leadership stability in the world's largest democracy. He was sworn in for his third consecutive term on June 9, 2024, after leading the Bharatiya Janata Party to another electoral victory.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Narendra Modi became India's longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister on June 10, 2026.
He surpassed the record set by India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru.
Modi's tenure reached 4,399 days, outlasting Nehru's 4,398 days as an elected PM.
This achievement follows his swearing-in for a third consecutive term on June 9, 2024.
WHY IT MATTERS
This record underscores an unprecedented period of continuity in India's top leadership, reflecting enduring public confidence in Prime Minister Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party's governance. It marks a significant shift in India's political landscape, moving away from previous patterns of leadership tenures.