PV Sindhu, in a video, recalled how constant support and appreciation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has served as an inspiration for her to do more for the country. She recollected her meeting with PM Modi before and after Tokyo Olympics in 2021 as well as while receiving the Padma Bhushan and termed them to be ‘most memorable’.

Sindhu said that when PM Modi congratulated her by saying, “You’ve done really well for the country” meant a lot to her. Adding further she said that when athletes got medals, an appreciation from the PM, made everyone really happy. She remembered how PM Modi urged all athletes to encourage the youngsters.

She said, “PM Modi is a lot more than just a leader. His vision for sports is exemplary. Whatever he says and the way he says it that… we will do it, we can do it… To encourage and educate is a very big thing. Before going for the Olympics, he had an online call with all the athletes. His words gave us a lot of confidence and encouragement. The way he encouraged us means a lot because such inspiring words before an event is a big thing.”

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A simple walk that revealed PM Modi’s deep respect for Karyakartas, recalls BJP National President Nitin Nabin Ji
January 21, 2026

During the National Executive meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Patna, an incident left a lasting impression on the now BJP President Shri Nitin Nabin Ji and offered a quiet yet powerful lesson in leadership.

Senior leaders from across the country were arriving in Patna for a major rally. Nitin Nabin Ji was part of the team responsible for receiving leaders at the airport and escorting them according to protocol. As leaders arrived, they followed the standard process and proceeded directly to their vehicles.

When PM Modi arrived, he was welcomed and requested to move towards the car. Before doing so, he paused and asked whether the karyakartas were waiting outside. On being informed that many karyakartas were standing there, he immediately said that he would like to meet them first.

Instead of sitting in the vehicle, the PM chose to walk on foot. As the car followed behind, he personally greeted the workers, accepted garlands with his own hands, folded his hands in respect and acknowledged each karyakarta present. Only after meeting everyone did he proceed to his vehicle and depart.

Though the conference itself was brief, the gesture left a deep and lasting impact. PM Modi could have easily remained in the car and waved, but he chose to walk alongside the workers and personally honour them. This moment reflected his sensitivity and his belief that every worker, regardless of position, deserves respect.

Nitin Nabin Ji explains that this incident taught him the true meaning of leadership. For Narendra Modi Ji, leadership is rooted in humility, emotional connection and constant engagement with the grassroots. Respect for workers and open communication are not symbolic acts, but core values of all the karyakartas, leaders and the entire Party.

This ethos, where karyakartas are treated with dignity and warmth, defines the BJP’s organisational culture. It is this tradition that strengthens the Party’s roots and prepares ordinary people to shoulder national responsibilities.