PM Modi is set to be the first Indian PM to receive the Legion of Honour, the highest French award, established by Napoleon Bonaparte.
The official announcement was made by the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi and marks a significant moment in the India-France partnership.
During his two-day official visit to France, PM Modi joined French President Emmanuel Macron for French National Day in Paris as the Guest of Honour.
PM Modi held discussions with French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne and French Senate President Gerard Larcher on a wide range of areas.