PM Narendra Modi Sets New World Record With 303 Million Views on Instagram Reel In 24 Hours
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a new world record for the highest number of views on an Instagram Reel within 24 hours after his video on the Centre's proposed anti-paper leak measures crossed 303 million views. The achievement surpassed the previous record of 300 million views, making Modi's reel the most-viewed Instagram Reel in the platform's history within a single day.
New Delhi, July 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a new world record for the highest number of views on an Instagram Reel within 24 hours after his video on the Centre's proposed anti-paper leak measures crossed 303 million views. The achievement surpassed the previous record of 300 million views, making Modi's reel the most-viewed Instagram Reel in the platform's history within a single day.
The reel, posted on Thursday night, focused on the government's roadmap to tackle paper leaks and reform the examination system amid nationwide student protests. The video struck a chord with millions, also attracting more than 16 million likes, 1.5 million comments, and nearly one million new followers for the Prime Minister's Instagram account overnight. PM Narendra Modi Gains 1 Million Instagram Followers Overnight After Selfie Video Amid NEET Protest.
Narendra Modi Creates Instagram History, Reel Crosses 303 Million Views in Just 24 Hours
PM @narendramodi has set a new world record for the most views on an Instagram Reel within 24 hours, with over 303 million views.
The previous record stood at 300 million views. pic.twitter.com/Ucfe2Th69L
— DD News (@DDNewslive) July 24, 2026
On Friday, PM Modi shared another Instagram reel thanking people, especially youngsters, for their overwhelming response and constructive suggestions.
"Thank you, friends. Yesterday night I got a chance to meet you. Thanks for the response to the video and for your positive suggestions. Thanks to everybody. Your affection will continue and our bond will deepen further," the Prime Minister said. PM Narendra Modi Thanks ‘Youngsters’ for Response to His Paper Leak Instagram Video, Confirms Fast-Track Court Bill.
The previous record for the most-viewed Instagram Reel within 24 hours stood at 300 million views, held by internet personality IShowSpeed for a reel featuring his meeting with BTS during the FIFA World Cup.
PM Modi's record-breaking social media milestone comes at a time when his government is facing sustained student protests over alleged paper leaks in competitive examinations. In the original reel, the Prime Minister announced that the Centre was preparing legislation to establish fast-track courts for paper leak cases and promised swift action against those responsible.
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