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Union Minister Pralhad Joshi shared how PM Modi inspired cabinet ministers to value junior staff. He revealed Modi specifically advised ministers to speak with experienced employees. Joshi noted they previously didn't engage with clerks or peons despite their knowledge. The minister emphasized these interactions now bring practical perspectives to their work.

Key Points: Pralhad Joshi Says Modi Inspired Ministers Value Junior Staff

  • PM Modi advised ministers to speak with experienced junior staff
  • Modi personally interacted with his 30-year PMO peon for insights
  • Ministers previously did not engage with clerks or section officers
  • Modi Story platform collects firsthand anecdotes about the Prime Minister
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Inspired by PM Modi, we too learned to value employees at every level: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi reveals how PM Modi taught cabinet ministers to respect and learn from peons and junior staff with decades of experience.

"Their insights bring fresh, practical perspectives that enrich our work - Pralhad Joshi"

Bengaluru, Sep 15

Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi stated on Monday that, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Cabinet Ministers have learned to value junior staff members and peons who have rendered services for decades.

Taking to social media X, Minister Joshi shared a video of his statement under the title "My Modi Story". He also wrote, "Inspired by the humility consistently demonstrated by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji towards employees at every level, we too have learned to deeply value their experiences."

"Their insights bring fresh, practical perspectives that enrich our work," Joshi stated.

Joshi further stated in the video, "In the Council of Ministers, he gave us advice, and in that, he stated that there is a peon at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) who has been there for 30 years, he (PM) called him and spoke to him about his experiences."

"Till then, we were also not talking to our old workers like clerks and junior officers of lower rung and section officers, let alone peons; we had not spoken to these officers," Union Minister Joshi stated.

He further stated, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi has told us once in the Council of Ministers meeting that we need to speak and converse with these persons and they will have more knowledge to share."

"PM Modi also explained to us how he interacted with his office boy. Later, we also started speaking with our office boys and other staffers," Joshi stated.

It may be noted that 'Modi Story' is a popular social media platform that aims to bring together all first-hand anecdotes and reminiscences of persons who have closely witnessed PM Narendra Modi.

It says, "If you have any such experience or anecdote to say, or know someone who has any, you may share it with us here. Stories can be recorded as video, audio or written formats. If you have any photos with Narendra Modi, letters or any personal memorabilia associated with him, they may also be shared."

'Modi Story' is a volunteer-driven initiative aimed at connecting the dots of the life of PM Narendra Modi.

The initiators have stated that, "We believe Narendra Modi’s life story, as seen from the eyes of those who have seen him, is a source of inspiration today and for generations to come. It brings a sense of self-belief -- 'I too can be like Prime Minister Narendra Modi'."

- IANS

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Sarah B
While appreciating workers is important, it's surprising that ministers needed to be told to speak to their own staff. Shouldn't basic human decency and respect for colleagues be automatic? Just my thought.
Priya S
As someone who works in government office, I can confirm that junior staff have incredible institutional knowledge. They know how things actually work on ground level. Good that this is being recognized now! 👍
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Aman W
My father worked as a clerk for 35 years in state government. He always said the most effective officers were those who listened to experienced staff. Glad to see this becoming official policy at highest level!
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Michael C
Interesting initiative. In any organization, frontline employees often have the most practical insights. Hope this cultural shift translates into better governance and service delivery for citizens.
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Nisha Z
This is beautiful! In Indian tradition, we respect experience and wisdom regardless of position. PM Modi is bringing our cultural values into governance. Every employee deserves dignity and recognition for their service. 🇮🇳

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