The conversation between the two leaders stood out as they have rarely gone beyond exchanging pleasantries at public events. Modi is learnt to have inquired about the health of Rahul Gandhi’s mother and CPP chairperson Sonia Gandhi. Rahul was seen replying, nodding. The two leaders interacted in the presence of Speaker Om Birla, Union Ministers J P Nadda, Arjun Ram Meghwal, former Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh and other dignitaries. They also exchanged pleasantries and greeted each other.

Source: Indian Express April 11, 2026 22:18 UTC