From Oman To Brazil: How PM Modi Became India’s Most Globally Honoured Leader

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emerged as one of the most internationally recognised leaders of the modern era, receiving unprecedented global honours during his tenure. In just 11 years as Prime Minister, Mr Modi has been conferred with 29 international awards, making him the most globally celebrated Indian leader. In December, the Sultan of Oman awarded him the prestigious ‘Order of Oman’ for his exceptional contribution to India–Oman relations, days after Ethiopia conferred its highest civilian honour, ‘The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia’. The year 2025 alone saw a remarkable series of recognitions, with top national honours from Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Brazil, Cyprus, Sri Lanka and Mauritius, reflecting India’s growing diplomatic influence across continents. From Africa to Latin America and the Caribbean, these honours underline Prime Minister Modi’s global standing, visionary leadership and India’s rising stature on the world stage.