Indian PM Modi surprises street vendor with impromptu Jhalmuri stop in West Bengal

Jhargram. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi surprised everyone during his visit to West Bengal on Sunday by stopping at a humble Jhalmuri stall. While on his way to address an election rally in Jhargram, Modi paused at a roadside shop to enjoy the local snack.

Prime Minister Modi shared a 40-second video and several photos of the encounter on his social media. While preparing the Jhalmuri, the vendor, Bikram Saw, asked Modi, 'Do you eat onions?' 

In a witty response, Modi replied, 'Yes, I eat onions, I just don't eat brains (annoy people).' The vendor and those present burst into laughter at Modi's joke.

Jhalmuri vendor Bikram Saw is originally from Bihar and currently lives in Bengal with his parents. He had never imagined that the Prime Minister would visit his shop. 

According to Bikram, Modi praised the taste of the Jhalmuri. When Modi tried to pay for the snack, Bikram initially refused, but the Prime Minister insisted on paying.

Modi, who spent about 10 minutes at the shop, also inquired about Bikram's education and earnings. Bikram informed Modi that he could not study much due to poverty and earns between 1,000 to 1,200 Indian Rupees daily. 

Bikram noted that the Prime Minister did not discuss politics and interacted simply as a regular customer. Modi's humility and sense of humor are currently trending on social media.