The Indian government has come to the defense of Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his consistent refusal to hold unscripted press conferences. This follows an incident during an official state visit where a New Zealand reporter questioned Modi's avoidance of the media. It marks the third such occurrence in less than two months, raising questions about transparency and accountability.
Modi, known for his oratory skills in public rallies, rarely engages with journalists in spontaneous Q&A sessions. Critics argue that this limits scrutiny of his policies. The government maintains that Modi's communication style is effective and reaches the public through other channels.