I was wondering! In some sense I would compare Narendra Modi with Mahatma Gandhi (e.g. he too was married when he was a teenager, only 14 years old).
Arranged marriages as teenagers: Something to be reconsidered or to be reformed in India if it is still practiced!
Google answered: "Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels alone because he and his wife, Jashodaben Modi, have been estranged and living separately for decades. The marriage, arranged by their families when they were teenagers, was never a traditional living arrangement, and Modi left shortly after to pursue his personal path and political work.
Key reasons why Jashodaben does not accompany him on foreign trips:
Long-standing separation The couple separated around 1971, only spending a total of about three months together in a three-year period, and have not lived together since.
Personal choice and political image Modi has cultivated an image of being an incorruptible leader who is detached from family demands and dedicated entirely to the nation, often stating that "the country is his family". This persona is a significant part of his public image.
Life choices Modi's involvement with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Hindu nationalist organization that values celibacy among its senior leadership, influenced his decision to leave his family life behind.
No formal role Jashodaben is a retired school teacher who lives a private life in Gujarat with her brother. She does not participate in official engagements as the Prime Minister's spouse, although she has stated that she would join him if he were to call her.
Modi only publicly acknowledged his married status for the first time in an election affidavit in 2014, a legal requirement to run for office. This formal admission made their long estrangement a subject of public discussion, but they maintain separate lives."
The guy has a long index finger! 😊 (Source)
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