The BJP has defended Narendra Modi, who became the target of indirect digs at ally JD(U)’s National Executive on Sunday.
Senior BJP leader Kalraj Mishra said Modi was hugely popular and like Atal Bihari Vajpayee a politician “who has taken everyone along”. He said Modi is a follower of Vajpayee’s policies but comparisons should not be made between them. “Narendra Modi is the BJP’s most popular leader,” Mishra added.