Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay praises Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he sees him as an “avatar of Vishnu.” Multiple outlets report Tobgay makes the remark in recognition of Modi’s long tenure, highlighting his role as India’s head of government over 25 years of continuous public service.
The reports describe Tobgay’s comments as framing Modi’s leadership in religious and moral terms, linking it to attributes such as wisdom, compassion, courage, and selfless service. One outlet also describes the remark as positioning Modi as an “elder brother,” reflecting the emphasis on close ties and admiration from Bhutan’s leadership. While the sources focus on the same statement and context, they vary slightly in how they frame the motivation—celebrating Modi’s time in office versus emphasizing the personal, value-based qualities Tobgay associates with his leadership.
