PM Modi Becomes Most Followed World Leader on X
Tech billionaire Elon Musk congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming the most followed world leader on the social media platform X. “Congratulations PM Narendra Modi on being the most followed world leader!” the Tesla CEO posted on Friday.
A Historic Milestone
Prime Minister Modi achieved this milestone on July 14. He announced it on X with a post: “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.”
Leading Among Indian Politicians
In the realm of social media followings among Indian politicians, Prime Minister Modi clearly leads. Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi has 26.4 million followers. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal commands 27.5 million followers. Samajwadi Party’s Akhilesh Yadav has 19.9 million followers. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has 7.4 million followers. RJD’s Lalu Prasad Yadav has 6.3 million followers. Tejashwi Yadav has 5.2 million followers, and NCP Chief Sharad Pawar has 2.9 million followers. PM Modi’s 100 million followers on X outnumber the combined followers of all leaders within the INDIA bloc, which totals 95 million.
Global Comparisons
Prime Minister Modi’s follower count on X surpasses the population of several countries:
2.5 times the population of Canada
1.4 times the population of the UK
1.2 times the population of Germany
2.5 times the population of Italy
3.7 times the population of Australia
18 times the population of New Zealand
Outpacing Other World Leaders
Prime Minister Modi’s social media following outpaces other global leaders:
US President Joe Biden: 38.1 million followers
Sheikh Mohammed of Dubai: 11.2 million followers
Pope Francis: 18.5 million followers
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni: 2.4 million followers
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau: 6.5 million followers
Mexican President Andres Manuel: 10.9 million followers
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan: 21.5 million followers
Impact on Global Engagement
Prime Minister Modi’s popularity on social media has drawn attention from world leaders eager to engage with him. Such interactions significantly enhance their own follower counts, engagements, views, and reposts. This trend has been evident in countries like Italy and Austria.
Comparison with Celebrities and Athletes
Prime Minister Modi’s follower count also exceeds that of several prominent global athletes and celebrities:
Cricketer Virat Kohli: 64.1 million followers
Brazilian footballer Neymar Jr: 63.6 million followers
American basketball player LeBron James: 52.9 million followers
Singer Taylor Swift: 95.3 million followers
Singer Lady Gaga: 83.1 million followers
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian: 75.2 million followers
Rapid Growth and Influence
Over the past three years, Prime Minister Modi’s presence on X has grown by approximately 30 million users. His influence extends across other platforms as well:
YouTube: nearly 25 million subscribers
Instagram: over 91 million followers
A Personal and Organic Approach
Since joining the platform in 2009, Prime Minister Modi has used X for meaningful engagement. Known for his active and personable approach, he regularly interacts with ordinary citizens, responds to messages, and notably, has never blocked anyone. Prime Minister Modi maintains a strictly organic presence on social media, avoiding paid promotions and artificial engagement tactics.
Captivating Millions Worldwide
Through a mix of compelling and thought-provoking posts on X, Prime Minister Modi has captivated millions worldwide. His ascent in the digital realm highlights his impactful presence and underscores his ability to connect with a diverse and dynamic audience.
(With inputs from agencies)
