In his congratulatory message, Das said the honour is an indicator to Modis identification of being a world leader, according to an official release here.
"It is a matter of pride for the whole country," Das said.
Modi was today conferred the 'Grand Collar of the State of Palestine', the highest Palestinian honour for foreign dignitaries, recognising his contributions to promoting relations between India and Palestine.
President Mahmoud Abbas bestowed the Grand Collar of the State of Palestine on Modi after the conclusion of their bilateral meeting at Ramallah.