Yuvraj Singh Leads Wishes On Narendra Modi’s 76th Birthday: ‘Your Leadership Continues…’

Last Updated:September 17, 2026, 09:03 IST

Yuvraj Singh and Saina Nehwal joined millions in wishing Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday, highlighting his leadership and commitment to national progress.

Narendra Modi celebrates his 76th birthday today

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh on Thursday took to X to wish Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, saying that his leadership continues to shape India’s journey towards a stronger future.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, a small town in Gujarat.

In 2001, Modi became the Chief Minister of Gujarat, a position he held for more than 12 years before taking the oath as India’s Prime Minister in May 2014.

“Wishing our Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji a very happy birthday,” Yuvraj tweeted on Thursday morning.

“🪔 Lighting the Aashirvaad Ka Diya on Sewa Diwas, with prayers and best wishes for Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi ji on his birthday,” former Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal tweeted.

The National Sports Policy 2025 and the revamped Khelo India Scheme form the backbone of the Modi government’s sports agenda, supported by a record budget allocation and India’s ambition to host the 2036 Olympic Games.

The Khelo India programme was launched to revive India’s grassroots sports culture through the Khelo India Youth, University, Winter and Para Games, backed by a network of national training centres.

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme provides customised financial assistance, elite coaching and international exposure to support India’s top and emerging athletes.

The Khelo India Rising Talent Identification programme uses advanced data and AI-based protocols to enable transparent, early talent scouting among children aged 9 to 18 across urban and remote regions.

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When and where was Prime Minister Narendra Modi born?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, which is a small town located in Gujarat.

What is the timeline of Narendra Modi’s political career as Chief Minister of Gujarat and Prime Minister of India?

Narendra Modi became the Chief Minister of Gujarat in October 2001, serving in that role for over 12 years. He then took the oath as India’s Prime Minister in May 2014.

What initiatives form the core of the Modi government’s sports agenda?

The backbone of the government’s sports agenda consists of the National Sports Policy 2025 and the revamped Khelo India Scheme, which are supported by a record budget allocation and India’s goal to host the 2036 Olympic Games.

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