Indian Government has spent over Rs. 67 crore after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s international visits in 2025 alone so far, according to Parliament documents that also claim bills of several other tours that he undertook this year are yet to be compounded and were under settlement. This revelation came from a Parliament document that also detailed other expenses incurred in other foreign tours of Narendra Modi in previous years. This has sparked discussions on the economic implications of his diplomatic engagements.
According to Parliament documents a total expenditure of Rs. 25,59,82,902 for PM Modi’s trips to France, Rs. 16,54,84,302 for his trip to the United States of America, Rs. 4,92,81,208 for Thailand, Rs. 4,46,21,690 for Sri Lanka, and Rs. 15,54,03,792 for Saudi Arabia, alongside pending settlements for visits to Mauritius, Cyprus, Canada, Croatia, Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia.
The first recorded visit occurred between February 10-13, when Modi traveled to France and the USA. The trip, costing over Rs. 32 Crore aimed to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on defence and trade agreement featuring high-level talks in Paris and Washington. Next, from March 11-12, PM Modi visited Mauritius for a two-day summit, though exact costs remain under settlement. The purpose, as was later highlighted by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), was to enhance India’s influence in the Indian Ocean region through strategic partnerships.
In April, the Prime Minister undertook two significant tours. The first, from April 3-6, covered Thailand and Sri Lanka, incurring over Rs. 9 crore. This four-day visit sought to bolster regional cooperation in Southeast Asia and reaffirm ties with Sri Lanka. The second, from April 22-23, took him to Saudi Arabia for a two-day visit costing over Rs. 15 crore focusing on energy security and investment opportunities. Later, between June 15-19, Modi’s five-day tour to Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia saw expenses still under review, aimed at diversifying India’s global alliances.
The most recent trip, from July 2-9, spanned Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia over eight days, with costs yet to be finalized. This multi-nation tour targeted strengthening ties with African and Latin American nations, emphasising trade and cultural exchanges. The document highlights that several bills remain unsettled, indicating ongoing financial reconciliation for these visits. Between 2021 and 2025, that is 5 years, the Indian government has spent Rs. 362 Crore after Modi’s global outreach.
