Jan Bhagidari is the biggest asset of a democracy. We are increasing it through MyGov, letters from citizens, Mann Ki Baat and other initiatives.

International summits and organisations like WTO take decisions, which will bind us and if we are not present in such summits, we may be hurt by the decisions taken.

If people of India can reach Mars with minimal expenditure, why can they not keep their streets and colonies clean.

There is no question in the fact that India has a global responsibility, and the coming "Gyan Yug" would see India play a pivotal role, using the strengths of its democracy and demographic dividend.

Modi winning or not winning is not important. I can go home tomorrow & open a tea stall but the nation must not suffer.

Despite deficit rains, we have been successful in bringing down the inflation down from double digits to 3-4%

We would have to give out something for the poor in India. It is my responsibility to give the people an account of every rupee. I will use it at right places. I won't let it get stolen.