Awkward hugs and handshakes of Modi

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The impressively awkward hugs and handshakes of India’s Narendra Modi

Modi has become well-known for his vigorous hugs and handshakes with other world leaders, displaying a tactile familiarity that often seems to take his counterparts by surprise. The resulting pictures can often be awkward, subsequently making headlines all over the world. The tone can veer from admiration to mocking and everything in between.

One notable recent example came when Prince William visited India. While Modi went to shake his guest's hand, the imprint Modi made on the British royal's hand seemed to suggest a vice-like grip.

Social media users didn't fail to notice this or the slightly pained expression on William's face after the shake. "This Picture Of Prince Will’s Hand Was Taken After He Shook Hands With Modi, And It’s Crazy," ran the BuzzFeed headline — which also noted some other handshakes that may have been slightly painful. Meanwhile, CNN posted a GIF of the encounter that showed the full squeeze.

But handshakes are not Modi's favored greeting. Instead, the prime minister is probably better known for his hugs. Modi's full-body embraces have become a feature of his meetings with both high-level global leaders and more humble local politicians, as you can see in the images below.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2016/06/06/the-impressively-awkward-hugs-and-handshakes-of-indias-narendra-modi/

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