PM Modi receives Sweden’s prestigious award Royal Order of Polar Star
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Sweden's highest honor, the 'Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross,' on Sunday (May 17, 2026), by Crown Princess Victoria for his contributions to India-Sweden relations and leadership. The award is the highest distinction given to a Head of Government and marks PM Modi's 31st international honor. During his visit to Sweden, Modi exchanged gifts with Ulf Kristersson, his counterpart, commemorating Rabindranath Tagore and their enduring cultural ties.
17 MAY 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Sweden's highest honor, the Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross, during a visit to Sweden.
— The Hindu
Prime Minister Modi and Swedish Prime Minister Kristersson agreed to elevate their relationship to a Strategic Partnership during talks in Sweden.
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