- The stall is located on one of the platforms of the Vadnagar railway station in Vadnagar, Gujarat.
- As a child, Modi sold tea there.
- The plan has been made to convert this childhood tea stall into a tourist spot, as part of a broader initiative to promote Vadnagar (Modi’s birthplace) as a tourism destination.
- Authorities say they want to preserve the original charm of the stall even while giving it a “modern touch.”
- The development of the railway station is also part of this project, including an art gallery and tourist infrastructure.
Important Contradictions / Updates
- According to some older reports, there was no plan to renovate the stall itself.
- In a written reply to Parliament, the government stated that as of then, no funds were earmarked for the tea stall’s renovation.
- However, there are also reports (later) that tourism officials visited and discussed upgrading the site.
Significance
- This site is symbolic of Modi’s humble beginnings and is being promoted for heritage tourism.
- Vadnagar itself is being pushed on the tourism map — not just for the stall, but also for its historical importance (like step-wells, archaeological sites).
