PM Modi News | 'Sam Bhai' Pitroda Gets Diwali Wish From His 'Gujarati Friend' PM Modi

Political differences, bitter criticism and frequent run-ins have rarely put Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Sam Pitroda on the same page. But Diwali brought an unexpected moment of bonhomie, with the Prime Minister reaching out to his long-time critic with a festive greeting, addressing him as "Sam Bhai". The Prime Minister on Thursday wished Indian Overseas Congress chief Sam Pitroda on the occasion of Diwali and Gujarati New Year. The surprise wish came after Pitroda called the PM his "Gujarati friend" and said he had no issues with him at an individual level. "Happy Diwali and Nutan Varsh Abhinandan to you Sam Bhai and to Anjana Ben.Praying for a joyful and healthy year ahead. Jai Jagannath!" PM Modi posted.