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PM Modi’s ‘naraaz fufa’ jab at habitual critics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the centenary celebrations of Shri Ram College of Commerce on Saturday, referring to habitual critics as the "naraaz fufa". This term is a family reference for individuals who seem to question every new initiative. Speaking to students, Modi differentiated between those who strengthen society and the nation, and those who act as naraaz fufa on every issue.

Modi characterized the naraaz fufa as someone who frequently asks, "What is the need for this?" This label applies to projects such as the world's tallest statue, the bullet train, UPI, semiconductor initiatives, and the new Parliament building. Throughout history, these projects have faced similar questions, but the naraaz fufa persists.

Modi emphasized that India has already addressed such criticisms, arguing that necessary work for the country should not be hindered by these objections. The naraaz fufa, however, remains a political nickname for habitual skeptics. It is possible that the character still has one final question: "What was the need for this?"

Written by urgent.news from The Economic Times's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

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