As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 75 today, here’s a look back at his unconventional birthday celebrations over the last five years:
2018:
On his 68th birthday, PM Modi spent the day in his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi. He inaugurated several development projects, including a sewage treatment plant and a water treatment plant, aimed at cleaning the Ganga River. He also interacted with school children and distributed sweets to them.
2019:
On his 69th birthday, PM Modi visited the Sardar Sarovar Dam in Gujarat, where he oversaw the closing of the dam’s gates, marking a significant milestone in the project. He also attended a function to mark the launch of the ‘Namami Narmade’ festival, which aimed to promote the conservation of the Narmada River.
2020:
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, PM Modi’s 70th birthday was a low-key affair. He spent the day in virtual meetings with world leaders, including the President of the United States, and also interacted with healthcare workers and COVID-19 warriors.
2021:
On his 71st birthday, PM Modi launched the ‘Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission’, a digital health initiative aimed at providing universal health coverage to all citizens. He also participated in a virtual event to mark the launch of the ‘PM-CARES for Children’ scheme, which provides support to children who have lost their parents to COVID-19.
2022:
On his 72nd birthday, PM Modi visited the Simhet village in Gujarat, where he participated in a tree-planting ceremony and launched several development projects, including a water supply scheme and a solar power plant. He also interacted with beneficiaries of various government schemes and distributed aid to them.
This year, as PM Modi turns 75, it is expected that he will continue his tradition of celebrating his birthday in a unique and meaningful way, possibly by launching new initiatives or visiting significant locations. The day is likely to be marked by various events and celebrations across the country, with leaders and citizens wishing him on his special day.
