Modi's move to Truth Social signifies a blend of political interaction and digital engagement as world leaders navigate social media platforms.
Modi Makes Waves on Truth Social: A New Chapter in Digital Diplomacy
Modi Makes Waves on Truth Social: A New Chapter in Digital Diplomacy
Indian Prime Minister's debut on Trump's platform sparks curiosity and discussion
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has joined the ranks of select world leaders on Truth Social, the alternative social media outlet launched by former US President Donald Trump. In his inaugural post on Monday, he featured a nostalgic photograph with Trump from their 2019 meeting in Houston, expressing his "delight" about participating in the site.
Truth Social made its debut in February 2022 after Trump's ban from mainstream platforms like Twitter and Facebook following allegations of inciting violence during his presidency. As of the latest statistics, Modi boasts a follower count of approximately 21,500, and he currently follows both Trump and US Vice President JD Vance.
In a notable cross-platform promotion, Trump shared a link to an in-depth interview where Modi conversed with podcaster Lex Fridman, addressing various subjects including his personal experiences, the controversial Gujarat riots of 2002, and the evolving dynamics between India and China.
Functionally, Truth Social resembles X, formerly known as Twitter, allowing users to share 'truths' and 'retruths', engage in direct messaging, and interact with sponsored ads termed as 'sponsored truths'. The platform falls under the umbrella of Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), which went public in March 2024, with Trump owning roughly 57% of the company.
Despite its launch, Truth Social's user traffic pales in comparison to competitors, with estimates suggesting it has 400 times fewer users than X. Financially, TMTG reported significant losses of $400 million in 2024 against a revenue of $3.6 million, resulting in a market valuation hovering around $4.45 billion. Trump's follower count on the platform stands at 9.28 million, a stark contrast to his 87 million followers on X.
Truth Social made its debut in February 2022 after Trump's ban from mainstream platforms like Twitter and Facebook following allegations of inciting violence during his presidency. As of the latest statistics, Modi boasts a follower count of approximately 21,500, and he currently follows both Trump and US Vice President JD Vance.
In a notable cross-platform promotion, Trump shared a link to an in-depth interview where Modi conversed with podcaster Lex Fridman, addressing various subjects including his personal experiences, the controversial Gujarat riots of 2002, and the evolving dynamics between India and China.
Functionally, Truth Social resembles X, formerly known as Twitter, allowing users to share 'truths' and 'retruths', engage in direct messaging, and interact with sponsored ads termed as 'sponsored truths'. The platform falls under the umbrella of Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), which went public in March 2024, with Trump owning roughly 57% of the company.
Despite its launch, Truth Social's user traffic pales in comparison to competitors, with estimates suggesting it has 400 times fewer users than X. Financially, TMTG reported significant losses of $400 million in 2024 against a revenue of $3.6 million, resulting in a market valuation hovering around $4.45 billion. Trump's follower count on the platform stands at 9.28 million, a stark contrast to his 87 million followers on X.
