Sam Pitroda Says Modi Is a Friend Despite Their Political Differences

Indian Overseas Congress president Sam Pitroda told NDTV that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is an old friend and well-wisher, though they differ politically and ideologically. Pitroda said he had known Modi before he became prime minister and had visited his home. He said he congratulated Modi and wished him good health, adding that he has no enemies and respects everyone. Pitroda described Sonia Gandhi’s book as a story of sacrifice and supported Rahul Gandhi communicating abroad. Asked about remarks suggesting he might leave Congress, Pitroda said he would never leave the party and credited it with giving him an opportunity to work in India.