Union Agriculture Minister and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched his new book Apnapan at a special ceremony held in New Delhi, offering readers a personal and reflective account of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his style of leadership. The event drew political leaders, party workers and dignitaries from across the country, turning the launch into both a literary and political occasion.
The title Apnapan, which loosely translates to “sense of belonging” or “warmth,” explores Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s experiences and interactions with Narendra Modi over the years. Rather than being a conventional political biography, the book focuses on personal anecdotes, leadership lessons and moments that reveal Modi’s working style, discipline, technological foresight and connection with party workers.
During the launch, Chouhan shared several interesting stories from the early years of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s organisational journey. One anecdote that received particular attention was his recollection of Narendra Modi introducing the culture of using email within the BJP at a time when many leaders were unfamiliar with digital communication. Chouhan humorously recalled that when Modi asked leaders to “send an email,” one party functionary misunderstood the term and asked which “female minister” he was referring to. The story highlighted how Modi recognised the importance of technology and modern communication long before it became common in Indian politics.
The ceremony was attended by several prominent leaders, including Andhra Pradesh minister Nara Lokesh , along with senior BJP members and supporters. Speakers at the event described the book as an insight into the organisational culture of the BJP and the evolution of Narendra Modi’s leadership over the decades.
Chouhan said the book was written not merely to document political events, but to share the human side of leadership — moments of guidance, motivation and emotional connection that often remain outside public discourse. He emphasised that Modi’s strength lies not only in governance but also in his ability to connect personally with people across all levels of society and politics.
The launch of Apnapan comes at a time when political literature around Narendra Modi continues to attract significant public interest. By combining personal memories with political observations, Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s book seeks to present a more intimate portrait of one of India’s most influential contemporary leaders.
Blending nostalgia, humour and political insight, Apnapan offers readers a closer look at the relationships and experiences that have shaped modern Indian politics.