Sourav Ganguly wishes PM Modi 'fabulous leader' a healthy 76th birthday
Synopsis
Cricket legend Sourav Ganguly called PM Modi a 'fabulous leader' as India's longest-serving non-Congress Prime Minister turned 76. The BJP simultaneously launched 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' — a month-long campaign marking 25 years of Modi's public life, with the formal milestone falling on 7 October.
Key Takeaways
Sourav Ganguly wished PM Narendra Modi a happy 76th birthday on 17 September 2026 , calling him a 'fabulous leader.' PM Modi was born on 17 September 1950 in Vadnagar — the first Prime Minister born in independent India.
He is India's longest-serving non-Congress Prime Minister, having led BJP to victory in three consecutive general elections .
The BJP launched 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' — a month-long campaign — to mark 25 years of Modi's public service.
BJP National President Nitin Nabin announced on 9 September that the 25-year milestone falls on 7 October .
Former India cricket captain and Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Sourav Ganguly extended warm birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday on 17 September 2026, calling him a 'fabulous leader' and praying for his long and healthy life.
What Ganguly Said
'I wish Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji a very happy 76th birthday. May God give him the best of health, all the happiness. He has been a fabulous leader for the country,' Ganguly said.
'I hope he has a great and a long life and as much success as he can till whatever and whenever he wants. I wish him a very happy birthday and a very healthy and a long life,' he added.
Modi's Political Journey and Milestones
Prime Minister Modi was born on 17 September 1950 in Vadnagar, making him the first Prime Minister of independent India — born three years after the country's Independence in 1947. He began his political career as a member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and has led the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to victories in three consecutive general elections, cementing his status as India's longest-serving non-Congress Prime Minister.
BJP's 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'
To coincide with Modi's birthday and an approaching landmark, the BJP on Thursday launched a special month-long outreach campaign titled 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. The campaign marks the completion of 25 years of Modi's public life and service. BJP National President Nitin Nabin, while addressing a press conference at the party headquarters on 9 September, announced that Modi would formally complete 25 years of public service on 7 October.
Significance of the Occasion
The dual occasion — a birthday milestone and a quarter-century in public life — has drawn tributes from across India's political, sports, and cultural spectrum. Ganguly's greeting is notable given his stature as a former national team captain and a prominent figure in Indian cricket administration. This comes amid the BJP's broader effort to frame the campaign as a celebration of governance and social service outreach.
Point of View
Complete with a month-long campaign. 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' is as much a political mobilisation exercise as a commemorative one, designed to keep the Modi narrative prominent heading into a busy political calendar. The optics of a beloved cricket icon lending his voice to the occasion add cultural weight, but the real story is how the BJP converts a birthday into a grassroots outreach moment.
NationPress
17 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Sourav Ganguly say about PM Modi on his birthday?
Sourav Ganguly wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi a happy 76th birthday on 17 September 2026, calling him a 'fabulous leader for the country' and expressing hope that Modi enjoys a long, healthy, and successful life.
How old is PM Modi in 2026?
PM Modi turned 76 on 17 September 2026. He was born on 17 September 1950 in Vadnagar, Gujarat.
What is the BJP's 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'?
'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' is a month-long campaign launched by the BJP on 17 September 2026 to mark the completion of 25 years of PM Modi's public life and service. The formal 25-year milestone falls on 7 October, as announced by BJP National President Nitin Nabin.
Why is PM Modi described as the first PM born in independent India?
PM Modi was born on 17 September 1950, three years after India's Independence in 1947, making him the first Prime Minister to have been born in an independent India. All previous Prime Ministers were born before 1947.
What is Sourav Ganguly's role in Indian cricket administration?
Sourav Ganguly is a former India cricket captain and currently serves as president of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB). He previously served as president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
