PM Modi conferred with Uzbekistan's prestigious ‘Oliy Darajali Do'stlik’ Order
The Prime Minister, dedicated the honour to the bilateral ties, said the people of India are very familiar with the word used for the award - 'Dostlik'
On August 30, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored with Uzbekistan's esteemed 'Oliy Darajali Do'stklik' Order by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The Prime Minister, in his post on social media, expressed his dedication of this honor to the enduring bond between India and Uzbekistan. He noted that the word 'Dostlik' is deeply ingrained in the lives of Indians, signifying friendship, and that the award is a matter of great pride.
The 'Oliy Darajali Do'stklik' Order is Uzbekistan's highest honor, symbolizing the strong relationship between the two nations. PM Modi, on behalf of India's 1.4 billion citizens, thanked Uzbekistan's government and the President, accepting the award with humility. He reiterated that the award is not just his personal honor but represents the centuries-old friendship shared by the two countries.
Just before receiving the award, Modi engaged in talks with Mirziyoyev, leading to the decision to elevate the relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership. Modi is set to travel to Kyrgyzstan from Tashkent for the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit on August 31-September 1.
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