PM Modi Conferred With Indonesia's 'Bintang Adipurna' Medal, Country’s Highest Award

Last Updated:July 07, 2026, 11:16 IST

The Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia is the country's highest honour.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with the country’s highest honour, the ‘Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia’ Medal of Honour.

The award was presented during PM Modi’s visit to Indonesia, with Prabowo announcing that the honour was being bestowed in recognition of the Prime Minister’s contributions to strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation.

The Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia is the country’s highest honour. It is awarded to individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the unity, continuity and prosperity of the Republic of Indonesia.

The conferment adds to the list of international honours received by PM Modi from foreign governments in recognition of his efforts to strengthen India’s diplomatic engagement and strategic partnerships.

PM Modi on Monday arrived in Indonesia on the first leg of his three-nation tour, aimed at further strengthening India’s Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision and its commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.

The Prime Minister was welcomed at the Jakarta airport by Prabowo Subianto. Additionally, fighter jets from the Indonesia Air Force accompanied PM Modi’s plane from the time he entered the Indonesian air space.

Earlier today, he shared a warm hug with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto after receiving a ceremonial welcome in Jakarta.

During his visit to Indonesia from July 6 to 8, PM Modi held talks with President Subianto to further deepen bilateral ties. This is his fourth visit to Indonesia.

PM Modi’s visit to Indonesia is also expected to give a fresh push to bilateral ties, particularly in the defence sector, with the BrahMos missile deal likely to witness significant progress.

During this visit, PM Modi will interact with the Indian diaspora in Indonesia and visit the Prambanan Temple complex at Yogyakarta with President Prabowo, which is another remarkable testament to the close cultural ties between the two countries.

The centuries-old temple, located approximately 17 km northeast of Yogyakarta city, is considered Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple.

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