Russia on Thursday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru’s record to become India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister.Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that 250 million people had been pulled out of poverty during his rule.”During the rule of Modi, 250 million people have been pulled out of poverty,” Kremlin spokesman Peskov told reporters. “This is a very important indicator for India.” Watch Narendra Modi Overtakes Jawaharlal Nehru As India’s Longest-Serving Democratically Elected PM”It is a country that has become one of the world’s leading economic powers with the fastest rates of economic growth and development. And, most importantly for us, a country with which we have partnership relations,” Peskov said.Earlier in the day, Italian Prime Minsiter Giorgia Meloni also congratulated PM Modi and recalled his recent visit to Italy, during which the two leaders held bilateral talks and launched a new framework for cooperation.”Congratulations to Narendra Modi who today becomes the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in the history of India,” Meloni wrote.”It has been a pleasure to meet again in Rome in recent weeks and to launch together a Special Strategic Partnership that looks to the future to create new opportunities for our Nations and our peoples,” she added.On June 10, 2026, Narendra Modi entered the record books by becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of the country, serving the nation continuously for 4,399 days. This is one more than what the country’s first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru had achieved during his lifetime.Nehru had an unbroken tenure of 4,398 days after leading Congress to victories in the country’s first three general elections.Nehru, however, continues to hold the record as India’s longest-serving Prime Minister overall, having remained in office from Independence in 1947 until his death in 1964.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAfter Weeks In Captivity, 14 Freed In Manipur, Search Intensifies For Six Missing MenSushmita Dev Quits TMC & Rajya Sabha, Delivering Fresh Blow To Mamata Banerjee As TMC Crisis DeepensParaquat Debate: Why Is India Still Allowing A Herbicide Banned In 74 Countries?Narendra Modi Overtakes Jawaharlal Nehru As India’s Longest-Serving Democratically Elected PMPOK Protests, Detentions & Killings Vs Zojila Tunnel: Two Very Different Stories Across KashmirTMC Faces Fresh Rebellion As MPs Cozy Up To NDA, Shatrughan Sinha’s Silence Raises QuestionsDelhi Races Against Monsoon: 70% Drain Desilting Completed, June 15 Deadline SetFlying Could Cost More As Government-Backed ATF Price Hike Raises Airline Operating CostsIndus Waters Treaty In Abeyance: Centre Says Pakistan Won’t Get ‘A Single Drop’ Of WaterMamata Banerjee’s Rare Meeting With Sonia Gandhi Sparks Speculation Of Opposition Realignment123PhotostoriesSleeping enough but still tired? These vitamin deficiencies could explain whyMark Zuckerberg’s $300 million superyacht Launchpad: Why everyone is talking about the ‘big boat’Leaves turning chalky white: Here’s the reason behind it and how to fix itForget the royals, Mahira Khan’s shimmering desi moment at King Charles’ charity dinner made her look like the main event and not a guestAll about Knox and Vivienne: Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s youngest 17-year-old twins7 budget-friendly localities in Pune for rent in 2026: Affordable areas with strong connectivityFatty Liver cases are rising: Can weight loss, healthy eating, and simple lifestyle changes reverse the damage?From Rusty Nail to White Lady: 10 cocktails and the stories behind themThe ancient Persian beauty guide: 5 Iranian beauty remedies that still deliver results6 foods Navy officers eat at sea more often than others123Hot PicksSourth Africa ShootingBharathirajaDelhi hotel fireAshok MuralidaranFIFA World Cup ScheduleKarnataka Trader NewsHector PennKerala Plus One ResultTNEA Random NumberTop TrendingBAN vs AUS Live ScoreUS Iran warGold Rate TodayFIFA World Cup 2026Delhi Hotel FireChennai TNSTC BusMeerut Conversion CaseBareilly NewsFilmmaker Bharathiraja DeathKarnataka Murder
Russia on Thursday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru’s record to become India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister.Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that 250 million people had been pulled out of poverty during his rule.“During the rule of Modi, 250 million people have been pulled out of poverty,” Kremlin spokesman Peskov told reporters. “This is a very important indicator for India.”“It is a country that has become one of the world’s leading economic powers with the fastest rates of economic growth and development. And, most importantly for us, a country with which we have partnership relations,” Peskov said.Earlier in the day, Italian Prime Minsiter Giorgia Meloni also congratulated PM Modi and recalled his recent visit to Italy, during which the two leaders held bilateral talks and launched a new framework for cooperation.“Congratulations to Narendra Modi who today becomes the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in the history of India,” Meloni wrote.“It has been a pleasure to meet again in Rome in recent weeks and to launch together a Special Strategic Partnership that looks to the future to create new opportunities for our Nations and our peoples,” she added.On June 10, 2026, Narendra Modi entered the record books by becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of the country, serving the nation continuously for 4,399 days. This is one more than what the country’s first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru had achieved during his lifetime.Nehru had an unbroken tenure of 4,398 days after leading Congress to victories in the country’s first three general elections.Nehru, however, continues to hold the record as India’s longest-serving Prime Minister overall, having remained in office from Independence in 1947 until his death in 1964.
