PM Modi skips questions from press; Norwegian PM Store says ‘different traditions’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s European tour has seen the Ministry of External Affairs defend India's democratic record, despite facing criticism from journalists. During a joint press appearance with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store, a journalist questioned Modi’s decision not to take questions from the press. The MEA official, Secretary (West) Sibi George, responded by emphasizing India's constitution and human rights record while defending the country's size and challenges. This is the second time on the tour that the government has faced such scrutiny over Modi’s refusal to answer live questions after press statements with foreign leaders.
19 MAY 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
During a joint press appearance with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store, Prime Minister Narendra Modi faced criticism for refusing to answer live questions from journalists.
20 MAY 2026
— The Dawn
During a joint press conference, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi refused to answer questions from journalists, prompting concerns from journalist Helle Lyng about human rights violations in India.
— Al Jazeera
Prime Minister Modi's avoidance of Norwegian journalists' questions regarding India's press freedom record sparked criticism and renewed concerns about government transparency.
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