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PM Modi Becomes Most Followed World Leader on X with 100 Million Followers, Surpassing Taylor Swift and Virat Kohli

Jul 14, 2024, 01:20 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the most followed world leader on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Modi's follower count has surpassed 100 million, making him the seventh user to reach this milestone. This achievement places him ahead of other global leaders such as US President Joe Biden, Dubai's Sheikh Mohammed, and Pope Francis. Modi's X handle has seen an impressive growth of approximately 30 million users over the past three years. In addition to his presence on X, Modi also has a substantial following on other social media platforms, including nearly 25 million subscribers on YouTube and over 91 million followers on Instagram. Modi joined X in 2009 and has since used the platform to engage with the public through discussions, debates, and constructive criticism. He expressed his gratitude for the support, stating he looks forward to continuing this engagement in the future. Modi's follower count also surpasses celebrities like Taylor Swift and Virat Kohli.