PM Narendra Modi Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star honour receives praise from Union Ministers and MPs, including Piyush Goyal and Om Birla, calling it a moment of pride for India.
PM Narendra Modi Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star Honour Congratulated by MPs
Leaders across the political spectrum have congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he was conferred Sweden’s highest honour for a Head of Government — the Royal Order of the Polar Star, Commander Grand Cross.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal described the recognition as a “moment of national pride” and said the award reflects the growing respect and admiration for India under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership on the global stage. In a social media post, Mr. Goyal noted that this is the 31st international honour bestowed upon the Prime Minister by a foreign nation.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also congratulated the Prime Minister, stating that the prestigious recognition highlights India’s rising global stature and the Prime Minister’s visionary leadership. He said the honour would further deepen the friendship and strategic partnership between India and Sweden.
Sweden Honours PM Modi for Strengthening Bilateral Relations
The Royal Order of the Polar Star, Commander Grand Cross, is among Sweden’s most distinguished honours awarded to foreign dignitaries and heads of government for strengthening bilateral relations and international cooperation.
The honour was conferred during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Sweden, where discussions focused on expanding cooperation in trade, innovation, green technology, and strategic partnerships between the two countries.
Recognition Reflects India’s Growing Global Influence
The recognition is being viewed as another significant milestone in India’s growing diplomatic outreach and international engagement under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership.
