From arranging chairs to now, have long bond with media: PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, November 12, said he has had a long relationship with the media, right from the days when he used to arrange chairs for them at events.
Addressing a Diwali Milan for journalists at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi, Modi said he has seen journalism in the country evolve from press releases to “Insta reels”.
“Those who have been around for a long time know that I have had a close and cordial relationship with all of you for many years. From press releases to Instagram reels, I have witnessed a long journey of media communication,” the PM said.
He said in the early 1990s, he was often tasked with making arrangements for reporters when the party held yatras across the country. “When I came to Delhi, I continued to handle this responsibility. At that time, too, like these Diwali Milan, my job was to set chairs for you and welcome you,” Modi said.
VIDEO | Delhi: PM Narendra Modi participates in 'Deepawali Milan' at BJP Headquarters.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) November 12, 2026
He says, "I have long shared a natural connection with your world. From press releases to Instagram reels, I have witnessed a long evolution in the media and in media engagement. I recall… pic.twitter.com/ofqrXqApAJ
“Back then, there were fewer cameras, yet the warmth (intimacy) in relationships remained just as strong; there used to be a very joyful and enthusiastic atmosphere,” he said.
Since he took office in 2014, Prime Minister Modi has never held a solo, open-floor press conference in India and has avoided unscripted interactions.
‘Work on India’s success stories’
During the address, the Prime Minister requested the media to “work on success stories” of the country and added that a lot of work on this is already being done.
“I request Indian media to work on success stories of the country… a lot of such work is already being done,” the Prime Minister said.
Delhi: At the Deepawali Milan Samaroh at the BJP headquarters, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Through my Mann Ki Baat programme, I continuously try to provide a platform for the achievements of the country and its people. I would also urge the media in India to work on… pic.twitter.com/bgZfeEZNKX
— IANS (@ians_india) November 12, 2026
Nothing is considered impossible in the world of news, and field reporters reach everywhere, even in times of crisis and disasters, he said.
‘Poverty removed by this govt’
Modi also highlighted his government’s achievements in different sectors and asserted that India will definitely become a developed country.
Taking a dig at Indira Gandhi’s 1971 election campaign, he said, “There were slogans of Garibi Hatao. But the poverty has been removed by this government.”
Citing World Bank records, PM Modi said 50 crore citizens have been lifted above the “below poverty line” in the last 12 years.
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