Burj Khalifa lights up to honor PM Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday

Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, was lit up on Wednesday, September 17, with portraits of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to celebrate his 75th birthday. The dazzling light spectacle, visible in the Dubai skyline, showcased images of PM Modi along with birthday wishes, highlighting India’s strong connection with the UAE. The display was part of a sequence of global celebrations honoring the Indian Prime Minister on this occasion. Social media flourished as residents and tourists spotted the vibrant display, praising the symbol as a “remarkable tribute.”

Global Birthday Greetings

Earlier in the day, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan greeted PM Modi in a post shared on X:
“Sincere congratulations to Narendra Modi on your birthday. I wish you continued good health and happiness, and ongoing success in advancing India’s progress and the prosperity of its people,” the UAE President cited.


WHO Chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus also shared birthday greetings on X:
“Happy 75th birthday, Prime Minister @narendramodi! Wishing you all the best. I am impressed by your leadership in action. Even on your special day, you are marking it with the launch of an important initiative to promote and protect women’s health in #India.”

Gifts from World Leaders

The United Kingdom’s King Charles sent a Kadamb tree to PM Modi, inspired by the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’. The British High Commission shared on X:
“His Majesty The King has been graciously pleased to send a Kadamb tree to India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday. The gesture, inspired by PM Modi’s ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative, reflects their shared commitment to environmental conservation.”

Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump, and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni also conveyed their wishes. PM Modi later expressed that he was overwhelmed by the well-wishes and greetings from home and abroad.

FAQs:

Q1. When is PM Narendra Modi’s birthday?
PM Modi celebrates his birthday on September 17. In 2025, he turned 75 years old.

Q2. Which iconic building honored PM Modi’s birthday?
The Burj Khalifa in Dubai was lit up with PM Modi’s portraits. It is the world’s tallest building.