Narendra Modi Birthday: Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh And Other Indian Sports Athletes Extend Wishes To PM As He Turns 76
· Free Press Journal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on Thursday, September 17, with birthday wishes pouring in from across the country. The sports fraternity also joined the celebrations, with former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh among those who shared a special message for the Prime Minister on social media.
Yuvraj Singh took to X to wish PM Modi, saying, “Wishing our Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji a very happy birthday.” He further wrote that Modi's leadership continues to shape India's journey towards “a stronger and more progressive future”, while wishing him good health, happiness and continued success.
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Wishing our Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji a very happy birthday.
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) September 17, 2026
Your leadership continues to shape India’s journey towards a stronger and more progressive future.
May the year ahead bring you good health, happiness and continued success.#SewaDiwas…
Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji. Your tireless dedication to the nation continues to inspire us all. Praying for your long life, good health, and happiness as you guide India to new heights.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 17, 2026
Wishing our Hon’ble Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji a very happy birthday!
— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) September 17, 2026
May you be blessed with good health, strength and happiness. May your dedication to the nation continue to inspire millions and take Bharat to greater heights of progress, pride and glory.
Jai…
Happy Birthday to Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji
— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) September 17, 2026
Wishing you good health, happiness and continued strength in your service to our nation.
@narendramodi
Warmest birthday wishes to our beloved Hon’ble Prime Minister! ❤️ @narendramodi ji
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) September 17, 2026
For many years, your life has been devoted to public service, guided by a deep sense of duty and dedication to our nation. Your perseverance, commitment, and tireless work for the people are… pic.twitter.com/mk7mG2lvQV
Modi has also maintained a visible connection with Indian sport, regularly meeting athletes and acknowledging their achievements. In August 2026, he interacted with India's Commonwealth Games medal-winning athletes, including Mirabai Chanu and para-athlete Sharmila Dhankar, and spoke about the impact of sporting achievements on inspiring the younger generation.
On September 17, from 6–7 PM, light an “Aashirwad Ka Diya” for Hon’ble PM Narendra Modiji's 25 years of public service.
— Saikhom Mirabai Chanu (@mirabai_chanu) September 16, 2026
Let us pray for his good health, long life and strength to serve Maa Bharati.#Aashirwadkadiya pic.twitter.com/R5DSxRHF3N
On the occasion of his 76th birthday, sporting events also featured prominently in celebrations. In Varanasi, 1,076 national and international female athletes participated in a special programme at the Parmanandpur Mini Stadium ahead of Modi's birthday, with athletes taking part in performances and marking the occasion.
The birthday celebrations come as Modi also marks 25 years in public service, with the BJP launching the month-long 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' from September 17 to October 17.