Virat Kohli and Former Cricketers Celebrate PM Modi's Birthday with Heartfelt Wishes

On September 17, Virat Kohli and several former cricketers extended warm birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kohli expressed hopes for the PM's health and happiness, while others shared their sentiments on social media. The Gujarat Titans commemorated the occasion with a nostalgic video from their visit to Modi's birthplace. The Bharatiya Janata Party is also launching a nationwide initiative, 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', to promote service-oriented programs. Discover more about the heartfelt tributes and the significance of this day.

By Narendra Chaudhary Sep 18, 2026, 00:39 IST

Celebrating a Leader's Special Day

On September 17, former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli took to social media to convey his birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing his wishes for the PM's health, happiness, and longevity. Kohli shared his message on X, stating, "Warm birthday wishes to Honourable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji. Wishing you good health, happiness, and a long fulfilling life."

In addition to Kohli, other notable figures from the cricketing world, including Suresh Raina and Pragyan Ojha, along with BCCI president Mithun Manhas, also sent their best wishes to PM Modi. The Gujarat Titans IPL franchise commemorated the occasion by posting a nostalgic video from their 2025 visit to Vadnagar, the Prime Minister's birthplace.

Mithun Manhas shared a heartfelt message alongside a photo with Modi, wishing him blessings of health, happiness, and success, while expressing hope for India's progress under his leadership. Raina echoed similar sentiments, stating, "Wishing our Hon’ble Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji a very happy birthday! 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 Hind!"

Ojha also joined in the celebrations, offering warm wishes for Modi's birthday on X. The Gujarat Titans highlighted their visit to Vadnagar, emphasizing the cultural and historical significance of the town.

In conjunction with Modi's birthday, the Bharatiya Janata Party has launched the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', a nationwide initiative running from September 17 to October 17, focusing on service-oriented programs and public outreach.