“The Prime Minister discusses childhood, challenges, and humility in a heartfelt conversation on the ‘People by WTF’ podcast series.”
January 10, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his much-anticipated podcast debut on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath’s People by WTF podcast series. The two-hour conversation saw the Prime Minister sharing candid anecdotes about his childhood, journey into politics, and the challenges of leadership, while addressing the importance of humility and self-awareness.
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“Mistakes happen, and I too can make some. I am also a human, not god,” PM Modi said, emphasizing his vulnerability and humanity in response to questions about handling stress and setbacks.
Nikhil Kamath’s Apprehensions
At the start of the podcast, Nikhil Kamath expressed his nervousness about his Hindi skills, humorously referring to it as “bad Hindi.” He explained, “Sir, please forgive me if my Hindi is not good. I am South Indian and mostly grew up in Bangalore.” Reassuring him, PM Modi responded warmly, “Hum dono ki aise hi chalegi” (We will manage together like this), setting a relaxed tone for the conversation.
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An enjoyable conversation with @nikhilkamathcio, covering various subjects. Do watch… https://t.co/5Q2RltbnRW
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 10, 2025
Insights and Anecdotes
During the podcast, PM Modi shared endearing stories from his childhood, including how he earned privileges like visiting the local pond by helping his family. “I used to wash the clothes of all my family members. Because of that, I was allowed to go to the pond,” he recalled.
The Prime Minister also reflected on navigating challenges in public life, balancing policy management, and staying grounded amidst high-pressure situations. He spoke about his journey from a modest upbringing to becoming India’s leader, providing listeners with rare insights into his personal and professional life.
Podcast Trailer Shared by PM Modi
The podcast trailer, shared by PM Modi on X (formerly Twitter), offered a glimpse into the engaging conversation. “I hope you all enjoy this as much as we enjoyed creating it for you!” PM Modi wrote, inviting audiences to listen.
I hope you all enjoy this as much as we enjoyed creating it for you! https://t.co/xth1Vixohn
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 9, 2025
This debut podcast marks a unique and personal outreach by the Prime Minister, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the man leading the nation.
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