Watch: PM Modi takes metro ride to Delhi's SRCC, interacts with students - The Times of India

**Prime Minister Narendra Modi rode the Delhi Metro to the Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) on Thursday, joining a gathering of undergraduate and postgraduate students for a brief interaction.** The leader arrived at the Vasant Vihar‑South Campus station at around 11 a.m., alighting with a small security detail before walking to the college’s auditorium. The event, organized by the student council and the college administration, was billed as an opportunity for students to pose questions on education, employment and national development.

**In his address, Modi revisited several themes from his 2014 election campaign, including the now‑familiar “half water‑half air” analogy used to describe India’s economic potential.** He praised the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, warning that “the opposition’s constant criticism could dilute the momentum we have built.” The prime minister also targeted rival political figures, labeling Rahul Gandhi’s statements as “jhooth ki goonj” (echoes of lies) and decrying what he called “mai‑baap” (parental) culture within certain political circles. A brief segment was devoted to external security, where Modi warned Pakistan against “any attempts to destabilise the region,” linking such moves to threats against India’s economic progress.

**Student reactions were mixed, with many applauding the prime minister’s emphasis on job creation and skill development, while others questioned the relevance of his political jibes in an academic setting.** Political analysts noted that the speech reflected a strategic blend of developmental rhetoric and partisan critique, aiming to reinforce Modi’s narrative ahead of upcoming state elections. The event also underscored the growing trend of Indian leaders using public transportation to project a “connect with the common man” image, a tactic that has drawn both praise and skepticism in recent years.