17th September marks Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 76th Birthday. As he turns 76, the world witnesses his work ethic, frequent travel visits and an energetic presence that amazes everyone across the globe. Behind this extraordinary working style, lies a committed lifestyle habits, and a simple Gujarati health-conscious diet. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Favourite Food

Despite his professional position, Narendra Modi remains committed to his Gujarati roots. The Prime Minister prefers simple, home-cooked vegetarian food that reflects his Gujarati heritage. He usually avoids extravagant, spicy food. He favours light, nutritious food that is easy on the system. Let’s explore some of the vegetarian home-cooked meals he prefers, and the benefits they carry: 

1. Vaghareli Khichdi

Vaghareli Khichdi is a simple Gujarati variant of Khichdi, that soothes the palate of PM Modi. A comfortable mix of lentils and rice, easy to digest, and delivers a balance of carbohydrates and proteins. A Vaghareli Khichdi is a go-to wholesome meal that the Prime Minister prefers. 

2. Khandvi 

Khandvi is one of the spiciest, and the trickiest savoury snacks from the Gujarati cuisine. It is a tiny bite-sized tight roll of besan and yogurt. The Prime Minister loves this dish, as it is tempered with hing, cumin seeds, curry leaves and chillies. 

3. Moringa Parantha 

One of the most specific foods that keeps coming in Narendra Modi’s diet is Moringa, also known as Drumstick leaves. He even talked about Moringa paranthas in his diet in Fit India Dialogue on 24th September 2020. It is a very simple way to add green leaves to your diet. Moringa is rich in nutrients, fibre, vitamins and minerals. 

4. Sabudana Khichdi 

Narendra Modi really loves a good bowl of Sabudana Khichdi. A PTI report from June 2022 revealed that during his trip to Shimla in late 90s, Narendra Modi taught a local BJP leader’s wife to cook Sabudana Khichdi.  

5. Upma and Pongal 

Narendra Modi has also shown his love towards Tamilian food. In an interview with Thanthi TV 2022, Modi revealed he loves to eat Upma and also mentioned how pongal tastes like khichdi to him. 

6. Millets (Shree Anna)

Narendra Modi refers to Millets as Shree Anna. He includes them in his regular vegetarian diet and actively champions millets as superfood and how everyone should add them in their diet. Millets are gluten free, support digestion and stabilise blood sugar levels. 

7. Sev Tameta Nu Shaak

A tangy tomato curry, served with sev on top of it. This dish gives both flavour and nutrition. Tomatoes provide antioxidants that support skin and heart health.

8. Saag

Saag is prepared with leafy vegetables such as spinach, mustard leaves. This saag is rich in iron, fibre and vitamins. It’s nutritional and a staple in Indian kitchens, which is something Narendra Modi really enjoys.  

Conclusion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s food habits showcase his love for healthy, nutritious and home-cooked food. The Prime Minister not only eats nutritious food, he even asks people to include these healthy habits in their diet. 

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