Kota, June 18 -- Congress leader Pawan Khera on Wednesday (June 17) criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over remarks made by US President Donald Trump describing Modi as a "very tough negotiator" during their bilateral meeting in France, questioning the benefits India has derived from its engagement with the United States.

Speaking to ANI in Kota, Khera said that praise from foreign leaders should be evaluated in terms of tangible outcomes for the country rather than personal appreciation.

"Modi ji gets pleased when anyone says anything just to appease him. But what does this bring to the nation? What kind of negotiation is it where India has to purchase goods worth 500 million from the US every year? What kind of negotiation is it ...