New Delhi: In a heartwarming twist that bridged the chasm of political divides, veteran journalist Rajdeep Sardesai disclosed how Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out personally — just 30 minutes after his secret cancer surgery— to offer solace and sage advice.
Sardesai, no stranger to fiery critiques of the BJP’s ideological core, was left stunned when his phone rang from the PMO. “It was utterly unforeseen,” he recounted, his voice still laced with disbelief during a recent chat.
Modi enquired about his recovery, dished out tips for swift healing, and urged a regimented routine infused with unshakeable optimism amid life’s storms.
The revelation, dropped like a bombshell on social media, has ignited a flurry of discussions. Sardesai, who has endured unrelenting online criticism for his blunt criticism of Modi’s policies, seldom holds back when expressing his gratitude. Yet, this time, he hailed the outreach as a profound act of grace, underscoring that “humanity must eclipse all partisan rifts.”
Kept under wraps until now, Sardesai’s health battle had evaded the public eye, making Modi’s timely concern all the more poignant. As netizens hail the PM’s empathy — transcending the usual critic-baiter narrative — many ponder: In an era of polarised discourse, could such gestures be the quiet glue holding India’s democracy together?
Sardesai’s candid nod serves as a reminder: even adversaries deserve a hand in vulnerability. As he heals, the episode lingers — a testament to leadership’s softer underbelly.