France President Emmanuel Macron bestowed the prestigious Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday evening. It is considered the highest French honour in military and civilian orders. With this honour, PM Modi becomes the first Indian PM to receive such honour.  

PM Modi expressed his gratitude to French President Macron for such recognition on behalf of the people of India. President Macron presented the award to PM Modi at the Elysee Palace, where he hosted PM Modi for a private dinner.

The Ministry of External Affairs also said in a statement that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour by France President Emmanuel Macron. Prime Minister thanked President Macron for this singular recognition on behalf of the people of India.

The Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said in a Tweet a warm gesture embodying the spirit of the India-France partnership. PM Modi was awarded the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, the highest award in France by President Macron.

The Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour has been considered France’s Highest Civilian Award in military and civilian orders. This award basically has been reserved for individuals who have made outstanding contributions in their field.

PM Modi’s unprecedented recognition as the first Indian Prime Minister to receive this prestigious honour highlights his significant global impact and statesmanship.

Earlier, France’s highest civilian award has been received by outstanding prominent leaders and eminent personalities from across the world for their outstanding contribution in their field. The list included former South African President Nelson Mandela, King Charles, Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Former United Nations Secretary-General Boutros Boutros Ghali, and so on.

PM Modi’s has been included in this esteemed group of global leaders underscores his international stature and the respect he commands on the global stage.

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