By Nucleus_ai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with 鈥淭he Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana鈥, the West African nation鈥檚 second-highest state award, during his historic visit to Accra鈥攖he first by an Indian PM in over 30 years.
The decoration, presented by President John Dramani Mahama on July鈥3,鈥2025, recognizes Modi鈥檚 鈥渄istinguished statesmanship and influential global leadership鈥
What is the Order of the Star of Ghana?
Established in July 1960, this honour is awarded by the President of Ghana to individuals who significantly contribute to Ghana鈥檚 cause.
It ranks just below the Grand Order of the Star and Eagles of Ghana, introduced in June 2008.
Awarded in three classes鈥擟ompanion, Officer, and Member鈥擬odi received the Officer (OSG) grade, symbolized by a seven-pointed star and sash in red, yellow, and green鈥攖he colours of the Ghanaian flag.
Dedicating the Honour to 140 Crore Indians
In his acceptance speech, PM Modi expressed deep gratitude, sharing:
鈥淚 thank the people and Government of Ghana for conferring 鈥楾he Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana鈥 upon me. This honour is dedicated to the bright future of our youth, their aspirations, our rich cultural diversity and the historical ties between India and Ghana.鈥
He emphasized that this honour belongs collectively to 鈥140 crore Indians鈥 and particularly resonates with the younger generations in both countries.
Strengthening India鈥揋hana Ties
The honour comes amid significant diplomatic breakthroughs:
India-Ghana relationship elevated to a Comprehensive Partnership, spanning trade, technology, defence, healthcare, and FinTech.
India pledged to support Ghana鈥檚 鈥楩eed Ghana鈥 programme, establish a Skill Development Centre, and double ITEC and ICCR scholarships.
Launch of Jan Aushadhi Kendra in Ghana, cooperation on vaccine production, and introduction of UPI digital payments aimed at doubling bilateral trade in five years.
Modi committed to India’s continued partnership as 鈥渁 trusted friend and development partner,鈥 reinforcing shared democratic values.
India鈥檚 Rising Global Reputation
This is the 24th global honour received by Modi, affirming his position as one of the most internationally decorated Indian leaders.
It symbolizes India鈥檚 escalating diplomatic profile and its proactive engagement with the African continent and the Global South.
PM Modi鈥檚 receipt of The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana marks a landmark moment in India鈥慓hana relations. The award is a testament to India’s growing soft power, shared democratic ideals, and enduring bilateral friendship鈥攚ith youth, development, and cooperation at its heart.
This accolade is not just symbolic鈥攊t reaffirms India鈥檚 role as a global development partner and underscores the deepening ties between two democracies working in tandem for future generations.