'My first wish when I became CM was ...': Highlights of PM Modi's first podcast

While PM Modi is well-known for his “Mann Ki Baat” radio program and has participated in numerous television interviews, his participation in a podcast reflects a strategic move to connect with a younger, tech-savvy audience.

I'm not the usual 'so-called' politician. Except for during elections, my entire focus is on governance, human resource management, and mass mobilisation, Prime Minister Narendra stated on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath's podcast "WTF is with Nikhil Kamath".

Kamath had announced on Thursday evening that PM Modi will feature as the next guest on his podcast. The announcement was accompanied by a two-minute trailer in which PM Modi discusses his leadership journey, political philosophy, and personal experiences. This marks Modi's first appearance in the podcast format, adding a new dimension to his communication style.

• "In a democracy, the voter is also a politician."
• "I'm not the usual 'so-called' politician. Except for during elections, my entire focus is on governance, human resource management, and mass mobilisation."
• "Was MLA for just 3 days when Godhra happened"
• "When I became Chief Minister, I promised three things: First, I will leave no stone unturned in my efforts. Second, I will not do anything for my own gain. Third, I acknowledged that I am human and may make mistakes, but I will never do so with bad intentions. These principles became my guiding mantras."
• "Was MLA for just 3 days when Godhra happened".
• "It is natural to make mistakes, as I am human, not God, but I will never do wrong intentionally."
• "After Chandrayaan-2 failed to launch, I spoke to the scientists and took full responsibility for it."
• "My first wish when I became CM was to invite all my school friends to CM House."
• "My qualities are like a student".
• "Becoming a politician is one thing, but becoming successful in politics is a different thing".
• "If you consider yourself above all, thinking that everyone will follow you, maybe your politics works and you win elections, but there is no guarantee that you will be a successful politician."
• "If you see, all our stalwart leaders in the beginning, they emerged from the independence movement".
• "I believe that good people should keep coming into politics, and that too with a mission, not ambition."

In a teaser released earlier on January 8, Kamath was seen speaking in Hindi with a mysterious guest, generating significant anticipation among listeners.

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Nikhil Kamath (@nikhilkamathcio) January 8, 2025

While PM Modi is well-known for his “Mann Ki Baat” radio program and has participated in numerous television interviews, his participation in a podcast reflects a strategic move to connect with a younger, tech-savvy audience.