Narendra Modi took a short break from his busy schedule on Sunday (April 19, 2026) while campaigning in West Bengal. During his visit to Jhargram, he stopped to enjoy Jhalmuri, a popular local street food.
PM Modi visited a small shop and asked the vendor to prepare the snack for him. When he tried to pay, the shopkeeper first refused to take money. However, after PM Modi insisted, the vendor accepted the payment.
Photos and videos of this moment were later shared by the Prime Minister on social media. His simple act of eating jhalmuri quickly caught public attention and became widely discussed online.
People had mixed reactions to this incident. Some saw it as a friendly and casual moment, showing a lighter side of the Prime Minister. Others questioned the timing and purpose of the visit.
The Trinamool Congress, which is currently in power in the state, strongly criticized PM Modi. Party leaders accused him of creating unnecessary controversy during an important time.
Despite the criticism, the jhalmuri moment became a major talking point across India and even gained attention beyond the country. It highlighted how even small actions by public leaders can quickly become widely discussed.