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India’s 10 longest-serving Prime Ministers: Narendra Modi surpasses Indira Gandhi’s legacy to become second longest in history

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 29 July 2025 ()
Since 1947, India's Prime Ministers have significantly shaped its trajectory. Narendra Modi recently surpassed Indira Gandhi as the longest-serving Prime Minister, marking a shift from Congress dominance to a BJP-led governance model. The tenures of these leaders, from Nehru's vision to Modi's reforms, reflect the evolving nature of Indian democracy and its global position.
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