Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech Friday on the state-run All India Radio (AIR) was praised by many people with some describing it as "inspiring".
Modi touched upon various issues in his 15-minute address - 'Man ki baat' - which he promised to do twice in a month on Sundays.
"His speech was really mesmerising and inspiring," Aditya Jaiswal, an IT student tweeted.
"It was a small speech of only about 15 minutes aired on AIR but was a simple, crisp and clear message to rural Bharat," Ranga Nathaathan, a blog writer tweeted.
Govind Kini from Bangalore supported Modi who urged people to buy khadi products.
"Trust me no brand can match the comfort of khadi clothes," Kini tweeted.
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K.S.M. Sundara, an IT professional, found Modi's narration of a fable as "relevant".
"He (Modi) told a relevant story about lioness and cubs," Sundara tweeted.
Rachel White, Mumbai-based model, appreciated the prime minister's initiative, calling it cool and tweeted that her love and respect has increased for Modi.