Take any international stage where Prime Minister (PM) of India, Narendra Modi is present and one thing that has been consistent — the manner in which he hugs people. These hugs usually catch people off-guard and, in some scenarios, it might not be the best way to greet them. The recently-concluded G20 summit in New Delhi saw similar hugs and handshakes. While some say it reflects the camaraderie of the PM with these heads of State, some other chatter indicates that this isn’t the right approach in a formal setup. We speak to a body language consultant who breaks down what PM Modi’s hugs with international delegates represent, while leadership coaches decode workplace etiquette.

Handshakes should be firm and any kind of other hand placements should be avoided