New Delhi, Feb. 10 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday made an unexpected gesture that pleasantly surprised his fellow Members of Parliament. During a seemingly ordinary day at the Parliament canteen, PM Modi invited some MPs belonging to different parties to join him for an impromptu lunch at the Parliament canteen, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and informality rarely seen in the halls of power.

The menu was a testament to Modi's preference for simple, vegetarian fare-a preference he has maintained even during his travels, as evidenced by his choice of dishes like Harees (wheat) and dates salad during his visit to the UAE. At the Parliament canteen, the spread included wholesome Indian staples such as rice, daal, khichdi, an...