I'm not a Shahenshah, I gain strength from public-interaction: Modi
PM Narendra Modi has said he is "not a Shahenshah or an imperious ruler" to be unaffected by the warmth of the people and gains strength from his interactions with the public. The Prime Minister said he cannot remain seated in his car when he sees a lot of people out on the streets to greet and welcome him.
Modi was answering questions about his personal security
"I am not a Shahenshah or an imperious ruler who is unaffected by their warmth. Being among people gives me lot of strength," Modi said in an interview to Swarajya, an online magazine, amid reports of an "all-time high" security threat to him. The PM was answering a question on apprehension in the minds of his well-wishers about his personal security during road shows.
Modi, 'most valuable target' ahead of 2019 elections: Home Ministry
"Whenever I see that a lot of people, from all age groups out on the streets to greet me. I can't just remain seated in my car. That is why I get down and interact with people as much as I can," Modi said. The Home Ministry officials described Modi as the "most valuable target" in the run-up to the 2019 general elections.
