Arun Jaitley: Modi is tallest, most popular leader in BJP

June 04, 2013 17:03

BJP senior leader Arun Jaitley speaking to NDTV says LK Advani had praised both Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Narendra Modi, though there was a groundswell in Modi's favour. Speaking to NDTV, he says, there will be a special place for Modi during the poll campaign. "MP CM Shivraj Chouhan is highly regarded in the party. Advanji retains the moral authority to express his views, he always has," he said.
He also said Modi was the tallest, and the most popular leader in the BJP and a decision on his larger role would be taken later.

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