Sam Pitroda Praises PM Modi as an Effective Speaker and Hardworking Individual

New Delhi, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : Sam Pitroda, the president of the Indian Overseas Congress, has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “skilled speaker” and a “hardworking individual.” Despite their ideological differences, Pitroda expressed admiration for his “Gujarati friend,” emphasizing Modi’s warm and caring nature.

This unexpected praise follows a comment from Sonia Gandhi, the chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, who also described PM Modi as an effective communicator. When asked about Sonia’s remarks, Pitroda stated, “I hold a lot of respect for him as a person.”

He elaborated on their relationship, saying, “He is my Gujarati friend. Personally, I respect him. My wife and I have met him. He is very warm, kind, affectionate, and considerate. Undoubtedly, he is a good speaker and hardworking. We get along well.”

The senior Congress leader clarified that there are no personal grievances between them. “As a Gujarati leader, friend, and well-wisher, I have nothing against Mr. Modi. He has always been very warm towards me. There is no issue on that front, and I appreciate it. I have visited his home in Gujarat several times.”

However, Pitroda acknowledged their differing viewpoints, stating, “I may have issues with his views on the world. I may disagree with his ideology. But that’s a separate matter. It’s not against the person, but against his ideas. These are two distinct things. Look, I can disagree with Mr. Modi and still share a meal and laugh with him. So, I have no problem.”

In 2018, Sonia Gandhi had also remarked on Modi’s speaking abilities, agreeing that he is indeed a “skilled speaker.” She noted, “Modi takes pride in his ability to deliver good speeches. I completely agree that he is an effective speaker and speaks like an actor… but the country is surprised at the inaccuracies he expresses wherever he goes.”