On Friday morning, Gouranga Biswas, a boatman at Prinsep Ghat in Kolkata, India, experienced a remarkable moment when Prime Minister Narendra Modi unexpectedly approached him and boarded his boat. For over 40 minutes, they navigated the Hooghly River, during which Modi took photographs of notable landmarks such as the Howrah Bridge and Vidyasagar Setu. Biswas, who has worked as a majhi for 17 years, was initially stunned by the encounter, recalling, “I thought I was dreaming.” After the ride, Modi engaged with Biswas, asking for his name and taking a photograph together. The local boatman described the experience as surreal, noting that he had never witnessed a political figure visit in such a personal manner during his time at the ghat. This unexpected interaction has sparked excitement among local boat operators, many of whom regard Biswas as fortunate. The incident has also garnered attention in political circles, highlighting Modi's efforts in public outreach.