In a teaser for his first podcast, Prime Minister Modi stated, “Hum neutral nehi hai,” addressing the topic of war and whether India should be concerned.

Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, has generated significant online buzz with the teaser for the upcoming episode of his podcast series, “People By WTF.” In the teaser for the next episode of his podcast, “WTF is with Nikhil Kamath,” Kamath was seen having a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Hindi. The episode is expected to delve into various topics, including politics and the current state of the world.

In the brief video clip shared by Kamath, PM Modi is seen discussing India’s position on global matters, particularly the topic of war, stating, “Hum neutral nehi hai” (We are not neutral). This remark has sparked curiosity among viewers, hinting at an insightful conversation between the two.

The teaser has quickly gained traction, with audiences eager to hear more about the discussion between the business magnate and the Prime Minister. The full episode is anticipated to offer unique perspectives on India’s political stance and leadership in the current global scenario.

In the teaser for the upcoming episode of Nikhil Kamath’s podcast series “People with The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi,” the Prime Minister responded to Kamath’s candid admission of feeling nervous about their interaction. PM Modi humorously replied, “It is my first podcast, don’t know how it’ll go.” The episode, which is set to air soon, touches on a range of topics, with PM Modi addressing India’s stance on war, the type of people who should enter politics, and his experiences during his consecutive terms in office.

When asked about the kind of individuals who should join politics, PM Modi shared his belief, saying, “Rajniti me nirantar acche log ate raheni chahiye. Mission le kar aaye, ambition le kar ke nahi.” (Good people must join the field of politics. They should come with a mission, not ambition.) This insight into his vision for political leadership has sparked considerable interest among listeners.

The trailer for the episode has generated significant buzz on social media, and viewers are eagerly awaiting the full conversation for more of PM Modi’s thoughts on governance, leadership, and India’s role in global politics.

In the teaser for his first-ever podcast appearance, Prime Minister Modi acknowledged that mistakes are a part of life, saying, “Galtiya hoti hogi, meri bhi hoti hai. Mai bhi manuṣya hu, devta thodi hu” (Mistakes will happen, even I also commit mistakes. I am also a man, not a God). His candidness in the promo resonated with many viewers, with some expressing excitement about the podcast.

One user reacted, “Man’s getting more done in his side hustle than people doing podcasting as their main gig! Can’t wait to watch this.” Another wrote, “Your podcast turned out to be the first podcast where he will appear. Super amazing.”

Others were particularly impressed with PM Modi’s ability to evolve with the times. One user praised his approach, saying, “Have to applaud PM Modi. He EVOLVES with time like no other politician. He knows where to find the connect with the youth. Won’t be surprised from here on politicians across the board having free flow conversations, more in the form of a discussion instead of the traditional interviews on TV news channels. Good to see entrepreneurial spirit emerging in the country.”

The positive reactions highlight the growing appeal of informal, open conversations in politics, signaling a shift in how politicians engage with the public.

The teaser of Nikhil Kamath’s podcast featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sparked a wave of positive responses from viewers online. The Prime Minister’s candidness and down-to-earth remarks have resonated with many, especially his statement, “Galtiya hoti hogi, meri bhi hoti hai. Mai bhi manuṣya hu, devta thodi hu,” acknowledging that even leaders make mistakes. This humble approach has further connected him with a broader audience, particularly the youth.

The upcoming episode has generated significant excitement. One viewer remarked, “Man’s getting more done in his side hustle than people doing podcasting as their main gig! Can’t wait to watch this,” highlighting the impact of PM Modi’s engagement in a more casual, yet meaningful platform. Another user expressed admiration for the milestone, saying, “Your podcast turned out to be the first podcast where he will appear. Super amazing.”

Beyond just the format, many users praised PM Modi’s ability to adapt and evolve with the changing times. One user noted, “Have to applaud PM Modi. He EVOLVES with time like no other politician. He knows where to find the connect with the youth. Won’t be surprised from here on politicians across the board having free-flow conversations, more in the form of a discussion instead of the traditional interviews on TV news channels. Good to see entrepreneurial spirit emerging in the country.”

This shift in political communication indicates a new era of public engagement where leaders are embracing modern platforms, like podcasts, for open, interactive dialogues. The conversation format moves away from formal interviews and embraces a more casual, organic interaction with the audience, especially appealing to younger generations.

PM Modi’s appearance in this podcast signals an ongoing change in the way political figures are engaging with the public, moving toward more personal, transparent, and informal communication. As the country embraces the entrepreneurial spirit, this new trend could redefine political discourse and deepen the connection between politicians and citizens in the years to come.

Courtesy: Nikhil Kamath

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• ^ (Gujarati: નરેન્દ્ર દામોદરદાસ મોદી; pronounced [ˈnəɾendɾə dɑmodəɾˈdɑs ˈmodiː] listen^ⓘ
• ^ Jump up to:^a b Narendra Modi was born Narendrabhai Damodardas Modi on 17 September 1950. He uses Damodardas as his middle name—Gujaratis have a tradition of using the names of their fathers as their middle names—but he is widely known as Narendra Modi.^[3]
• ^ Sources stating that RSS had a deep impact on the political hierarchy of the BJP, specially in the case of Narendra Modi.^[5][6][7]
• ^ Sources describing Modi’s administration as complicit in the 2002 violence.^{[8][9][10][11][12]}
• ^ In 2012, a court stated that investigations had found no evidence against Modi.^[14][15]
• ^ Sources stating that Modi has failed to improve human development indices in Gujarat:^[11][12]
• ^ Jump up to:^a b Sources describing that India has experienced a backslide in democracy:^{[31][32][33][34][35]}
• ^ Sources discussing the controversy surrounding Modi:^{[11][39][40][41][42][43][44]}
• ^ Applications were filed with the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) under the RTI Act seeking details of his arrest. In reply, the PMO said it maintains official records on Modi only since he became the prime minister in 2014. Despite this claim, the official website of the PMO contains information about Modi from the 1950s.^[80][81]
• ^ Replying to an RTI query, the School of Open Learning said it did not have any data of students who received a BA degree in 1978.^[82] Jayantibhai Patel, a former political science professor of Gujarat University, said the subjects listed in Modi’s MA degree were not offered by the university when Modi was studying there.^[89][90] In 2016, Delhi University deemed the BA degree to be authentic.^[91]
• ^ The exact number of people killed in the train burning is variously reported. For example, the BBC says it was 59,^[117] while The Guardian put the figure at 60.^[118]
• ^ “The Narendra Modi led government completed two years in power in May 2016 and the prime minister has made his mark on both the domestic and foreign policy fronts. It is important to assess how successful his initiatives have been in the arena of foreign affairs in comparison to his predecessors. In this regard, this paper identifies and examines the key trends and issues in foreign policy under the Modi led administration and the measures needed to translate speeches and policies into action. Modi government has also taken a serious node of relations with middle-east nations, as well as Iran and Israel.”^[380
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