Politicians born on September 17

Take a focused look at the politicians born on September 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1950 Narendra Modi

  Narendra Modi is an Indian politician who became the 14th Prime Minister of India in May 2014, representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He is known for his economic reforms, focus on infrastructure, emphasis on nationalism, and significant international diplomatic outreach. Prior to his premiership, Modi served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014. His tenure as … [bio]