New Delhi, Nov 15 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a leader to have received a record number of civilian honours -- amounting to 14 -- from numerous countries, highlighting his leadership and India's growing stature on the global stage.
These awards signify strengthened diplomatic relationships and reflect India’s expanding influence and engagement worldwide.

In April 2016, during his visit to Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Saudi Arabia's highest civilian honour, the King Abdulaziz Sash. The prestigious award was presented by King Salman bin Abdulaziz.

Later in 2016, PM Modi was awarded Afghanistan’s highest civilian honour, the State Order of Ghazi Amir Amanullah Khan.

In 2018, during a historic visit to Palestine, Prime Minister Modi was honoured with the Grand Collar of the State of Palestine Award, Palestine’s highest recognition for foreign dignitaries.

In 2019, the Prime Minister received the UAE's highest civilian honour, the Order of Zayed Award, as a testament to the close India-UAE relations.

Russia also conferred Prime Minister Modi with its highest civilian honour, the Order of St. Andrew the Apostle, in 2019, recognising his efforts to strengthen India-Russia ties. PM Modi received the award during his visit to Moscow in July 2024.

In 2019, the Maldives presented PM Modi with the Order of the Distinguished Rule of Nishan Izzuddin, the country’s highest honour for foreign dignitaries.

In the same year, PM Modi was also honoured with Bahrain's King Hamad Order of the Renaissance, highlighting the growing India-Bahrain relationship.