PM Modi receives Sweden’s prestigious award Royal Order of Polar Star
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Sweden's prestigious 'Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross' for his contributions to India-Sweden relations. This honor is the highest distinction for a Head of Government and marks Modi's 31st international award. During his visit, he emphasized the historic ties between the two nations and exchanged gifts with Swedish officials.
- ▪PM Modi received the Royal Order of the Polar Star on May 17, 2026.
- ▪This award is the highest honor that can be given to a Head of Government.
- ▪The Prime Minister dedicated the honor to the friendship between India and Sweden.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Sweden's highest honour, the 'Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross,' on Sunday (May 17, 2026), in recognition of his exceptional contributions to bilateral ties and his visionary leadership.The award is the highest distinction that can be given to a Head of Government. This is Prime Minister Modi's 31st international honour.PM Modi in Sweden updates on May 17, 2026"A reaffirmation of friendship! Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden conferred upon PM @narendramodi the ‘Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross’ in recognition of his exceptional contribution to the India-Sweden relationship and his visionary leadership," Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post…
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