Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded strongly to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi over his remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi about “match-fixing” in the Lok Sabha polls. Shah asserted Gandhi’s family had imposed an emergency in the past, undermining democracy.
Addressing a rally in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur, Shah accentuated the achievements of the Modi Government, citing national security measures like the surgical strike and Balakot airstrikes. He praised Modi’s leadership, stating that under his governance, Bharat’s economy had risen to become the fifth-largest globally, promising further growth if re-elected.
Shah didn’t shy away from addressing contentious issues like Article 370 in Kashmir, attributing its removal to Nehru’s “blunder” and Modi’s subsequent efforts to integrate the region into Bharat. He highlighted the resolution of the Ram Temple issue, crediting PM Modi for initiating the construction and fulfilling the aspirations of millions of devotees.
The Home Minister’s speech showed the BJP’s stance on national security, economic growth, and cultural integration, positioning PM Modi as the leader capable of steering Bharat towards greater heights. Shah’s critique of Rahul Gandhi and the Congress portrayed the BJP as the party committed to upholding democracy and delivering on its promises.
The remarks made by Shah came amidst a charged political atmosphere ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, with both the BJP and Congress intensifying their campaigns to win over voters.
In response to Shah’s assertions, the Congress party may counter with its own narrative, highlighting alleged failures of the Modi Government and presenting its own vision for the future of Bharat. With the stakes high and the electorate closely watching, the political discourse is expected to remain vigorous in the run-up to the elections.
