JAKARTA – President Prabowo Subianto awarded the Bintang Adipura medal to the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, during a state ceremony held at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Wednesday (July 8, 2026). This prestigious award was presented in appreciation of PM Modi’s significant contributions to strengthening bilateral relations and his extraordinary service to the progress of the Indian nation.
In his remarks, PM Modi expressed his deep gratitude and thanks for the honor. He emphasized that this award is not a personal achievement, but rather a symbol of the dedication and hard work of the entire Indian people, who continue to strive to build the nation toward a better future. For Modi, this honor reflects the strong bond of friendship between India and Indonesia, which continues to flourish in the spirit of a strategic partnership.
President Prabowo noted that PM Modi’s leadership has propelled India into a respected power on the global stage. Both leaders agreed that cooperation between Indonesia and India, which encompasses various strategic fields, is key to facing increasingly complex global challenges. The presentation of the Bintang Adipura serves to reinforce the commitment of both leaders to enhance collaboration in the economic and defense sectors, as well as in technology and cultural exchanges that are mutually beneficial to both nations.
The ceremony took place amid PM Modi’s state visit, which also carries a grand vision for a more stable and prosperous future for Asia. PM Modi’s presence in Jakarta and the warm dialogue established with President Prabowo confirm that both countries share a common vision regarding regional stability and the importance of humanitarian values in every development policy implemented for the welfare of their respective peoples.
