I don't carry the burden of the past or the madness of the future. I live in the present.
The diversity of India, of our civilization, is actually a thing of beauty, which is something we are extremely proud of.
All religions and all communities have the same rights, and it is my responsibility to ensure their complete and total protection. My government will not tolerate or accept any discrimination based on caste, creed and religion.
We walk together, we move together, we think together, we resolve together, and together we take this country forward.
I was born in a very poor family. I used to sell tea in a railway coach as a child. My mother used to wash utensils and do lowly household work in the houses of others to earn a livelihood. I have seen poverty very closely. I have lived in poverty. As a child, my entire childhood was steeped in poverty.
Quotes about Narendra Modi
I'm an opposition leader. But Mr Modi is also my prime minister. Mr Modi has certain skills. He's a very good communicator.