Modi extends Diwali wishes to Congress overseas chief Pitroda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali greetings to Sam Pitroda, the overseas chief of the Indian National Congress, in a gesture of goodwill that highlighted the personal rapport between the two leaders despite their political differences.

The exchange came after Pitroda made warm remarks about the Prime Minister, prompting the greeting from Modi. However, Pitroda was quick to emphasize that such personal courtesies should not be construed as indicative of shared political positions or a softening of opposition stance toward the government.

The development drew reactions from opposition leaders and Congress party officials, who continued their criticism of the Modi government's policies and governance. The party maintained its stance on key political issues even as the personal exchange between Pitroda and the Prime Minister garnered attention.

The incident underscores a common dynamic in Indian politics, where personal relationships between political adversaries can coexist alongside substantive policy disagreements. Observers noted that while Modi and Pitroda's cordial exchange reflected broader norms of civic courtesy, it carried no implications for the Congress party's political positions or its approach to government policies.