Lok Sabha elections 2024: NDA’s winning ‘funda’ and Ghamandia alliance with ‘no agenda’

The Election Commission of India has sounded the poll bugle, electrifying the atmosphere surrounding the elections, with the Bharatiya Janata Party-led ‘NDA' on one side and the Congress-led ‘I.N.D.I.A' or ‘Ghamandia' Alliance on the other. While there is resolute support for ‘Viksit Bharat' and its strategic planning on one side, there is a group of disgruntled leaders filled with indignation against PM Modi on the other side, still at odds over seat distribution. While the former has a game plan ready for India@2047, the latter seems obsessed with its ‘Modi-hatao' agenda!

While deliberate and strategic planning for the empowerment of all sectors proceeds in a planned and disciplined manner, there are attempts to manipulate voters' emotions to garner votes by rehashing the supposed accomplishments of the Gandhi-Nehru dynasties. In short, the former has a clear vision for ‘Viksit Bharat' and a bright future for our nation, while the latter is focused solely on abusing, cursing, making criticisms, conspiracies, and appeasing minorities.

Not only are the electorates, but the world is also discussing the transformation that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has brought about over the last decade. Today, several nations are gradually moving towards economic empowerment by following in Modi's footsteps. While the Opposition's Alliance lacks any coherent planning, the current NDA government, under Modi's leadership, has propelled the country's economy from the 13th position to the 5th position and is steadfastly moving towards making it one of the top three economies over the next five years.

Interestingly, many leaders within the Opposition's Alliance are being perceived as ‘future Prime Ministers' without presenting any vision or measures to take the country forward. They cannot serve as a viable alternative to Narendra Modi. In the event that the Opposition's Alliance secures power, there are no discussions about development plans or strategies to propel the country forward; instead, they seem focused on selfish politics, dynasticism, and corruption once in power.

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Modi's Vision of Viksit Bharat

Since assuming office, Modi has not taken a single day off. The nation and the world have witnessed his dedication to working for the betterment of the country, particularly for the oppressed, women, farmers, senior citizens, and even our countrymen settled overseas. Currently, a significant Modi wave of progress is evident in the country's political landscape. The NDA is campaigning for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections based on these developmental works, encapsulated in the slogan ‘Ab ki baar, 400 paar', coined by the people themselves.

Efforts to Realise Viksit Bharat's Goal

Currently touring South India, where the BJP historically lacked a majority, Modi is receiving overwhelming feedback and responses from the people, indicating a strong inclination towards voting for the NDA. Modi's policies have consistently prioritized the underprivileged and needy, resulting in lifting over 25 crore people above the poverty line over the past decade. In contrast, while the Congress previously coined the slogan ‘Garibi Hatao', their leaders seemed to have benefited more from it than the poor. Modi's commitment to uplift 140 crore citizens resonates deeply, as evidenced by his tireless efforts to secure the nation's borders and enhance its overall development across various sectors.

Whether in IT, agriculture, research, military, space, or education, Modi's government has outpaced many other nations, driving significant progress and advancements. Notably, every sector has witnessed substantial growth over the past decade. Recognising that farmers and the agriculture sector form the backbone of the nation, Modi has implemented numerous initiatives aimed at improving rural livelihoods, including sanitation facilities, gas connections, water supply, financial assistance, subsidies, and lending schemes.

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For metropolitan areas, modernising infrastructure, establishing state-of-the-art metro systems, and providing better education and employment opportunities for youth have been key priorities. Overall, the Modi government has consistently prioritized national growth and supported rural industries, prompting the Ghamandia Alliance to resort to diversionary tactics and baseless criticisms to deflect attention from core issues.

Modi's Letter

In a heartfelt letter written to the people of the nation, Prime Minister Modi discussed his vision and abilities to realize the goal of ‘Viksit Bharat'. There is everything mentioned in this letter. Referring to the populace as ‘My dear family members', he has appealed to the citizens to support him in realizing his vision of an advanced nation. In his letter, he claims that his connection with his people has strengthened over the last ten years and he is confident that people will support him in future as well.

The faith of 140 crore families nationwide and their generous support along with the ‘Modi ki guarantee' will help deepen the relationship as he works tirelessly day and night to create a developed nation. He says that it is difficult to put emotions into words as it is too intense. Bringing about positive changes in the lives of families, farmers, youth and women across the country is the biggest achievement of his government.

In this letter, he has also mentioned ‘Viksit Bharat', the implementation of GST, the abrogation of Article 370, the Nari Shakti Vandan Act and the new law on Triple Talaq. In addition, he has also solicited people's cooperation and support for his third term. The BJP and its allies have set a goal to secure more than 400 seats in the Lok Sabha for which he asserts that the government will continue to work on its development agenda to be accomplished by 2047.

Opposition with ‘No Agenda'

In contrast, the Opposition lacks any coherent agenda beyond deception and propagating false narratives. Their failure to finalise seat allocations and their focus on disparaging union ministers instead of presenting a development agenda highlights their lack of vision. While the NDA Alliance campaigns positively, emphasising development and a vision for Viksit Bharat, the Ghamandia Alliance remains fixated on negativity and fostering weakness and hopelessness in the nation. However, it is believed that the electorate will once again choose progress and elect the NDA to office.

Keshav Upadhye is the chief spokesperson for Maharashtra BJP.

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