New Delhi, July 25, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a historic milestone, completing 4,078 days in office on Friday, surpassing the record previously set by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi for the longest unbroken tenure as India’s prime minister. Gandhi held office for 4,077 days, from January 24, 1966, to March 24, 1977, during her first continuous term.
Modi, who first assumed office on May 26, 2014, after leading the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to a decisive victory, has now led India for over 11 years in a single stretch. His tenure, marked by significant economic reforms, foreign policy initiatives, and domestic policy shifts, places him among India’s longest-serving leaders.
Indira Gandhi, the country’s first and only female prime minister, held office during a transformative period in India’s history, navigating challenges such as the Green Revolution, the 1971 India-Pakistan War, and the imposition of the Emergency from 1975 to 1977. Her 4,077-day stint had long stood as a benchmark for political longevity in India.
Modi’s record-breaking tenure comes as his government continues to focus on ambitious goals, including economic growth, infrastructure development, and India’s rising global influence. The milestone has sparked discussions about his legacy, with supporters lauding his leadership and critics debating the implications of such a prolonged tenure.
As of now, Modi remains one of India’s most prominent leaders, with his administration shaping the nation’s trajectory in a rapidly changing global landscape. The record underscores his enduring political dominance, though it also invites reflection on the evolving dynamics of Indian democracy.
