The post garnered 33.3 million views and social media users couldn’t keep calm as well. One user said, “Congratulations to PM Modi ji.” A second user wrote, “Any special gift for him ?” Meanwhile, a third person said, “He is the most followed sitting world leader.” Another user replied with, “India is an country!”

On July 14, PM Modi announced on X that he had reached a historic milestone, surpassing sportspersons, politicians, and celebrities in total followers. “A hundred million on @X! I’m happy to be on this vibrant medium and cherish the discussion, debate, insights, people’s blessings, constructive criticism, and more. Looking forward to an equally engaging time in the future as well,” PM Modi mentioned in his post.

Congratulations PM @NarendraModi on being the most followed world leader!

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 19, 2024

PM Modi’s follower count on X has soared past global leaders, including US President Joe Biden (38.1 million followers), Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed (11.2 million followers), and Pope Francis (18.5 million followers). He also outshines global celebrities such as Taylor Swift (95.3 million), Lady Gaga (83.1 million), and Kim Kardashian (75.2 million) in follower count.