'Panchayat sunta hai?': PM Modi's witty chat with actors goes viral

A video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's interaction with 'Panchayat' actors Ashok Pathak and Durgesh Kumar has gone viral. The PM jokingly asked them, 'Panchayat sunta hai ki nahi sunta hai?' during their meeting at the Republic Summit 2026.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's interaction with actors Ashok Pathak and Durgesh Kumar from the hit web series 'Panchayat' has won hearts, with the video of their meeting quickly going viral across social media platforms.

During the Republic Summit 2026, Prime Minister Modi met Ashok Pathak, popularly known for playing Binod in TVF's acclaimed series 'Panchayat', along with actor Durgesh Kumar. The interaction was filled with laughter, warmth and light-hearted conversation. In a video shared later on social media, the Prime Minister was seen greeting the actors and jokingly asking, "Panchayat sunta hai ki nahi sunta hai?" The remark drew smiles from those present and quickly caught the attention of fans online. Sharing a glimpse of the interaction on Instagram, PM Modi captioned the post, "Binod Se Kuch Baatein.." https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ7TrmSznha/?hl=en

About the Hit Series 'Panchayat'

The meeting marked a special moment for the team behind Panchayat, one of TVF's most successful and beloved shows. The series, which first premiered in 2020, has become a cultural phenomenon for its authentic portrayal of rural India, relatable storytelling and memorable characters. Produced by TVF, Panchayat has successfully completed four seasons and continues to enjoy immense popularity among audiences, with anticipation already building for its fifth season. (ANI)

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