PM Narendra Modi often uses 'Mitron' to address his audience.
Highlights
- 'Mitron', a term PM often uses in his speeches, trended on social media
- PM Modi did not use the word at all in his address to the nation today
- Many joked about being 'disappointed' with the absence of the term
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on New Year's Eve today, "Mitron" or friends - a term that he often uses in his speeches to address his audience - trended on social media. Because this time, he did not use the word at all.
Long before PM Modi ended his speech, comments started pouring in on Twitter about the one word conspicuous by its absence. Many joked that they were "disappointed".
Millions have been forced to stand in line at banks and ATMs for cash but many have applauded the PM's move as a big step towards ending corruption.
In his 45-minute speech today - his second address since the notes ban - PM Narendra Modi defended his shock decision and also announced a number of incentives for the poor, farmers, women and small businesses.
The Prime Minister assured that conditions would improve in the coming days.
"In this fight against corruption and black money, it is clear that you would like to walk shoulder to shoulder with us (the government)," PM Modi said, adding, "For us in government, this is a blessing."