Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on the Congress party, just two weeks before the Lok Sabha elections. Speaking at a rally in Rajasthan’s Ajmer, Modi criticized the Congress manifesto, labeling it as a “bundle of lies” that aims to divide India. He likened the manifesto’s content to the divisive ideology of the Muslim League during the pre-Independence era.
According to Modi, the Congress manifesto reflects a desire to tear India apart, echoing sentiments reminiscent of the Muslim League’s agenda before India gained independence. He accused the party of promoting communist and leftist ideologies in its manifesto.
In response, the Congress retaliated, stating that Modi lacks historical knowledge. They pointed out that Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the founder of the BJP’s predecessor, the Jana Sangh, was once part of a coalition government with the Muslim League in Bengal during the 1940s.
Modi further criticized the Congress, claiming that it lacks principles and policies and has outsourced its decision-making. He questioned whether such a party could serve the country’s interests effectively, prompting a negative response from the audience.
The Prime Minister urged voters to consider the Congress’ neglect of “nari shakti” (women power) and highlighted his government’s initiatives aimed at empowering women, such as providing maternity leave and reservations in legislatures. He emphasized his commitment to furthering India’s development, aiming to transform the country into a developed nation by 2047.
The Congress’ manifesto, released in Delhi, focuses on job creation, infrastructure development, and promises such as a caste census and universal free healthcare. It also addresses demands from farmers, including a minimum support price.
Rajasthan, a key battleground state, will vote in two phases on April 19 and April 26, with counting scheduled for June 4. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP secured 24 out of 25 seats in the state, with one going to its ally, the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party. In 2014, the BJP swept all 25 seats in Rajasthan.
The upcoming elections are poised to be highly contentious, with both major parties making bold promises and engaging in heated rhetoric as they vie for voter support.
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