‘PM doesn't do that’: Sam Pitroda contradicts Rahul Gandhi's phone-tapping claim against Modi
New Delhi/IBNS: Indian Overseas Congress chairman Sam Pitroda has distanced himself from Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's allegation that Prime Minister Narendra Modi taps his phone, saying the Prime Minister does not personally engage in such activities.
Days after exchanging festive greetings with Modi on X, Pitroda made the remarks in an interview with NDTV, highlighting a difference in their respective views on the issue.
"PM doesn't do that. PM doesn't take a screwdriver and get on a computer," Pitroda said.
However, he alleged that his own phone and laptop had been targeted and his financial accounts placed under surveillance.
"My phone is tapped, my laptop is attacked, my bank accounts are under surveillance. I have consulted experts and they have, after examining my devices, cautioned me about tapping," he added.
Pitroda and Modi exchange Diwali greetings
Pitroda's remarks come days after he and Modi exchanged Diwali and Gujarati New Year greetings on social media, triggering a political debate over their cordial personal relationship despite their ideological differences.
Modi on Thursday addressed Pitroda as "Sam Bhai" while extending festive wishes to him and his wife, Anjana Ben.
"Happy Diwali and Nutan Varsh Abhinandan to you Sam Bhai and to Anjana Ben. Praying for a joyful and healthy year ahead. Jai Jagannath," the Prime Minister wrote on X.
Pitroda, who heads the Indian Overseas Congress, responded by thanking Modi and reciprocating the greetings.
"Thank you very much for the greetings Narendra Bhai. We reciprocate the same and wish you healthy years ahead," he wrote.
Thank you very much for the greetings Narendra Bhai. We reciprocate the same and wish you healthy years ahead. Sam and Anjana @narendramodi
— Sam Pitroda (@sampitroda) November 12, 2026
Pitroda describes Modi as his Gujarati friend
The exchange followed Pitroda's remarks about his personal relationship with Modi, whom he described as a Gujarati friend and well-wisher.
In an interview, Pitroda said he had known Modi for a long time, even before he became Prime Minister, and had visited his residence in Gujarat several times.
He also recalled that Modi had been warm and welcoming towards him and his wife during their interactions.
Pitroda said he respected Modi as an individual, although he differed with the Prime Minister's political views and ideology.
"I can disagree with Mr Modi, and I can also have dinner with him and have a laugh. So I have no issues," he said.
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