In a series of election rallies in Madhya Pradesh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the practice of dynastic politics within the Bharatiya political landscape. Shah targeted the INDIA bloc, accusing them of promoting family members over merit in politics. He emphasized the need for voters to choose leaders focused on advancing every section of society rather than perpetuating family dominance in politics.
Shah asserted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to the empowerment of the underprivileged, highlighting Modi’s vision to prioritize the welfare of the poor, youth, farmers, and women. He argued that family-oriented parties tend to prioritize self-interest over public welfare and are prone to corruption and financial irregularities.
The former BJP president condemned dynastic parties for their historical involvement in corruption scandals, including those during the UPA era such as the 2010 Commonwealth Games, 2G spectrum allocation, and others. Shah criticized the tendency of leaders like Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray, Stalin, Mamata Banerjee, and Sonia Gandhi to groom their family members for political succession.
Shah also took aim at the Congress party, accusing it of ruling through casteism, dynastic politics, and corruption during its 70-year tenure. He contrasted this with Modi’s governance, which he claimed has focused on eradicating these vices from the country’s political landscape.
Highlighting the achievements of the Modi government, Shah cited India’s economic growth, welfare schemes such as Ujjwala, Ayushman Bharat, and Kisan Samman Nidhi, as well as initiatives to improve sanitation and provide LPG cylinders to households. He urged voters to grant PM Modi another term to further elevate India’s standing globally.
Shah emphasized the Modi government’s efforts to uplift marginalized communities, including the tribal population. He cited initiatives such as the Kisan Samman Nidhi assistance, tap water connections for women, and housing schemes benefiting millions of citizens, particularly in Madhya Pradesh.
Responding to criticisms from the Congress, Shah questioned the party’s contributions to tribal welfare and highlighted BJP-led initiatives such as appointing a tribal woman, Droupadi Murmu, as the President of India and observing Adivasi Gaurav Diwas in memory of tribal icon Birsa Munda.
The remarks come ahead of crucial Lok Sabha elections in Madhya Pradesh, with Shah rallying support for BJP candidates. The election rhetoric underscores the BJP’s strategy to position itself as a champion of merit-based politics and inclusive governance, contrasting itself with perceived dynastic tendencies in rival parties.
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