Narendra Modi was sworn-in as prime minister for a record-equalling third term.
President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of secrecy and office to Modi.
Dressed in a white kurta and churidar with a blue chequered jacket, Modi took the oath in the name of God.
Modi became only the second prime minister after Jawaharlal Nehru to secure a third consecutive term.
His previous two terms as Prime Minister have been marked by several key initiatives.
Modi has laid thrust on the motto of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas'.
Prime Minister Modi greets people at the swearing-in ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Born on September 17, 1950, in a small town in Gujarat.
His family belonged to the other backward class which is among the marginalised sections of society.
He has also authored several books, including poetry. PM Modi begins his day with Yoga.
NDA won 293 seats out of 543 in the Lok Sabha elections.
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