In a historic political milestone, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially become the second longest-serving Prime Minister in the history of independent India, overtaking Indira Gandhi, who held the office for a total of 5,829 days across two non-consecutive terms.
Narendra Modi first assumed office as the 14th Prime Minister of India on May 26, 2014, and began his third consecutive term in June 2024 after the NDA’s victory in the general elections. With this, his total number of days in office has now exceeded Indira Gandhi’s record.
This achievement marks a significant chapter in India’s political history, as Modi continues to shape the country’s governance model with an emphasis on national development, global diplomacy, and digital transformation.
Top 5 Longest-Serving Prime Ministers of India (Chronologically):
Jawaharlal Nehru
- Tenure: August 15, 1947 – May 27, 1964
- Total Days in Office: 6,130 days
- Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister, served uninterrupted for 17 years, laying the foundation of India’s democracy and economic planning.
Narendra Modi
- Tenure: May 26, 2014 – Present (as of July 25, 2025)
- Total Days in Office: 5,830+ days and counting
- Known for bold reforms like GST, Digital India, and international outreach, Modi continues to redefine India’s global presence.
Indira Gandhi
- Tenure: January 24, 1966 – March 24, 1977 & January 14, 1980 – October 31, 1984
- Total Days in Office: 5,829 days
- India’s first and only woman Prime Minister, she led the nation through critical events like the 1971 war and Emergency.
Manmohan Singh
- Tenure: May 22, 2004 – May 26, 2014
- Total Days in Office: 3,656 days
- A technocrat and economist, Dr. Singh steered India through rapid economic growth and financial reforms during his two terms.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
- Tenure: May 16, 1996 (13 days), March 19, 1998 – May 22, 2004
- Total Days in Office: 2,272 days
- Vajpayee’s tenure is remembered for nuclear tests, highway development, and inclusive leadership.
A Defining Era
PM Modi’s long tenure symbolizes political stability and a transformative policy agenda that has left a deep imprint on governance, infrastructure, digitalization, and India’s global image. As he continues into his third term, all eyes remain on the roadmap he charts for India’s future.
