Yamunanagar, Haryana: During his visit to Haryana on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had an emotional encounter with a long-time party worker, Rampal Kashyap, who had been walking barefoot for 14 years. Kashyap had taken a vow in 2010 to forgo footwear until Modi became Prime Minister and he could meet him in person.
Fulfilling that promise, the meeting took place at a public gathering in Yamunanagar, where PM Modi personally helped Kashyap put on a pair of shoes—marking the end of the devotee’s long journey of commitment.
Sharing the moment on social media, PM Modi expressed deep gratitude for the unwavering dedication shown by Kashyap.
In his post on X PM Modi writes, “At today’s public meeting in Yamunanagar, I met Shri Rampal Kashyap Ji from Kaithal. He had taken a vow 14 years ago- that he will only wear footwear after I became PM and he got to meet me.
I am humbled by people like Rampal Ji and also accept their affection but I want to request everyone who takes up such vows – I cherish your love…please focus on something that is linked to social work and nation building!”
सच्चे प्रधान सेवक ❤️🙏 pic.twitter.com/Eoi94prBVN
— Mahant Adityanath 2.0🦁 (@MahantYogiG) April 14, 2025
However, he also encouraged supporters to channel such devotion into constructive efforts like social service and nation-building.
The heartwarming gesture has drawn widespread attention, symbolizing both personal humility and the power of grassroots loyalty in Indian politics.
