Disappointing that Modi has not apologised for riots: FM

Asked how he saw Modi as Prime Minister, the Minister said he did not know his views on many matters.

“He has not spoken on many matters. He has never addressed a press conference. I have raised a few questions— what are his views on fiscal deficit, what is his philosophy on fiscal deficit, revenue deficit. What is his stand on monetary policy.

“Does he believe in GST because I know Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat were the ones who had opposed the GST. Does he support the reforms of direct taxes. Will he support the DTC,” he said.

These are question, Chidambaram said, that Modi should answer. And there will be more questions as the days go by.

“Because if you are a Prime Ministerial candidate, you must articulate your position on a number of matters clearly and cogently. You can't get away with one-liners,” he said.