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PM Modi addresses public meetings in Ahmednagar & Beed, Maharashtra

Published By : Admin | May 7, 2024 | 15:30 IST
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed public meetings in Ahmednagar and Beed, Maharashtra, rallying support for BJP and NDA ahead of the upcoming elections. Addressing the gathering, PM Modi emphasized the significant contributions of Maharashtra in development, cooperative movements, and the legacy of Balasaheb Vikhe Patil. He fondly remembered Balasaheb Vikhe Patil, acknowledging his role in the progress of the state.

The Prime Minister then highlighted the ongoing voting for the third phase of the elections, stating that the overwhelming support received by the BJP-NDA indicates the imminent end of the Congress-led coalition government. He asserted, "The expiry date of the INDI alliance government is set for June 4. After June 4, no one will be found to hoist the flag of the INDI alliance anymore."

“This election is happening between satisfaction (Santushtikaran) and appeasement (Tushtikaran). The entire effort of BJP-NDA is to satisfy the people with their hard work. While those of INDI alliance are engaged in appeasing their vote bank through their conspiracies. Congress has made its entire manifesto bearing the imprint of Muslim League,” he added.

PM Modi drew a sharp contrast between the agendas of the BJP-NDA and the Congress-INDI alliance. He characterized the BJP-NDA's focus as development, poverty alleviation, national security, and the honor of the country while criticizing the Congress for appeasing its vote bank through empty promises.

Highlighting the BJP-NDA's achievements in poverty alleviation and farmer welfare, PM Modi listed initiatives such as providing pucca houses, Jan Dhan accounts, and free grain for 80 crore needy people.

“Today, the Congress and INDI alliance have themselves exposed their dangerous conspiracy. Right now, it belongs to SC/ST/OBC, the poor of the general category.

PM Modi condemned the Congress-INDI alliance's dangerous agenda, particularly regarding reservations. He criticized their proposal to grant reservations solely to Muslims, jeopardizing the rights of SC/ST/OBC communities. He warned against their attempt to change the Constitution to serve their special interests.

“Now INDI alliance says that they will snatch away this entire reservation from SC/ST/OBC and give it to Muslims. They want to give away the entire reservation that Baba Saheb Ambedkar stopped. These Congress and INDI alliance people want to do this. The Constitution opposes reservation based on religion. Now they want to change this Constitution. So that they can make their special vote bank happy,” said PM Modi.

Regarding the recent statements made by Congress leaders about the Mumbai terrorist attacks of 26/11, PM Modi termed them as dangerous and insulting to the victims and security forces. He questioned the credibility of Congress and its allies to lead Maharashtra.

The Prime Minister said, “No trick of the INDI alliance is working in front of the people. They are even crossing the limits of hopelessness. The situation is indicating desperation. The ‘A team’ here is losing, so the ‘B team’ of Congress is becoming active across the border. To boost the morale of the Congress, tweets are being made from across the border. In return, the Congress party is giving clean chits to terrorists.”

Highlighting the infrastructural development and national security in the last 10 years achieved under the NDA government, PM Modi said, “Modi has ensured security and development for the last 10 years. The problems left by the Congress legacy have been solved by us. Congress pushed farmers into crisis in Maharashtra. The drought crisis worsened. Congress remained busy with its loot. We have addressed the concerns of farmers by completing pending projects for years. The work on the Nilwande Dam started in 1970.”

Highlighting the developmental projects in Maharashtra, PM Modi mentioned the construction of the Ahilyanagar-Solapur highway, outer ring road, and new expressways. He emphasized the focus on infrastructure development, railways, airports, and the Mumbai-Shirdi Vande Bharat train, which will enhance tourism and employment opportunities in the region.

PM Modi urged the people of Maharashtra to vote wisely on May 13, emphasizing the importance of supporting BJP candidates. He assured that their votes would strengthen the BJP-NDA's agenda of development and progress.

Addressing his second public gathering in Beed, Maharashtra, PM Modi expressed his heartfelt connection to the late Gopinath Munde and urged support for development and nationalism in the state.

PM Modi stated, "There has been a heartfelt connection between us and our late Gopinath Munde ji from Beed. He always discussed the development of Beed and Marathwada with me. I remember him fondly."

Speaking about the ongoing elections, PM Modi remarked on the declining hopes of the INDI alliance, stating, "In the first phase, the INDI alliance was defeated, in the second phase, it was devastated, and today in the third phase, the lamp of the INDI alliance has also gone off."

Highlighting his commitment to the development of India, PM Modi sought blessings from the people, emphasizing that their future generations are his legacy. He pledged to work tirelessly to improve the future of the country and its citizens, stating, "Modi is on a mission for the development of India. You are my family; the entire India is my family."

PM Modi also criticized the agenda of the INDI alliance, accusing them of planning a 'Mission Cancel' if they come to power. He stated, "Their only agenda is this, if they come to power, they will run a 'Mission Cancel'." He highlighted their intentions to cancel Article 370, the CAA, and laws against triple talaq, among other policies.

Highlighting Congress’ anti-national approach, PM Modi said, “The country has not forgotten, that day when during Congress's time, terrorists were welcomed at the Prime Minister's residence. And the country also saw that day, when Congress's biggest leader was shedding tears for the terrorists killed in Batla House.”

Furthermore, PM Modi warned against the appeasement politics of the Congress and the INDI alliance, expressing concern over their plans to give full reservation to Muslims at the expense of existing SC-ST-OBC reservations. He urged caution, particularly among Dalits, backward classes, and tribals.

Regarding the nationalist stance, PM Modi asserted that the real nationalist force is with the BJP while accusing the Congress and its allies of making fake promises and creating fake videos.

Speaking about Congress and INDI Alliance’s misrule, PM Modi said, “Wherever Congress has gone, it has crushed dreams. Maharashtra and Marathwada are suffering because of it. The INDI alliance has never paid attention to the drought issues here. They only indulged in corruption. The Marathwada water grid project was stalled for 60 years.”

PM Modi underscored the importance of development in Marathwada, emphasizing the NDA's commitment to infrastructure projects in the region, including the Bharatmala project and irrigation initiatives.

While concluding his address, PM Modi called upon the people of Maharashtra to support the BJP and its allies in the upcoming elections, urging them to vote for the vision of a developed India.

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Your Excellency President Irfan Ali,
Prime Minister Mark Philips,
Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo,
Former President Donald Ramotar,
Members of the Guyanese Cabinet,
Members of the Indo-Guyanese Community,

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Namaskar!

Seetaram !

I am delighted to be with all of you today.First of all, I want to thank President Irfan Ali for joining us.I am deeply touched by the love and affection given to me since my arrival.I thank President Ali for opening the doors of his home to me.

I thank his family for their warmth and kindness. The spirit of hospitality is at the heart of our culture. I could feel that, over the last two days. With President Ali and his grandmother, we also planted a tree. It is part of our initiative, "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam", that is, "a tree for mother”. It was an emotional moment that I will always remember.

Friends,

I was deeply honoured to receive the ‘Order of Excellence’, the highest national award of Guyana. I thank the people of Guyana for this gesture. This is an honour of 1.4 billion Indians. It is the recognition of the 3 lakh strong Indo-Guyanese community and their contributions to the development of Guyana.

Friends,

I have great memories of visiting your wonderful country over two decades ago. At that time, I held no official position. I came to Guyana as a traveller, full of curiosity. Now, I have returned to this land of many rivers as the Prime Minister of India. A lot of things have changed between then and now. But the love and affection of my Guyanese brothers and sisters remains the same! My experience has reaffirmed - you can take an Indian out of India, but you cannot take India out of an Indian.

Friends,

Today, I visited the India Arrival Monument. It brings to life, the long and difficult journey of your ancestors nearly two centuries ago. They came from different parts of India. They brought with them different cultures, languages and traditions. Over time, they made this new land their home. Today, these languages, stories and traditions are part of the rich culture of Guyana.

I salute the spirit of the Indo-Guyanese community. You fought for freedom and democracy. You have worked to make Guyana one of the fastest growing economies. From humble beginnings you have risen to the top. Shri Cheddi Jagan used to say: "It matters not what a person is born, but who they choose to be.”He also lived these words. The son of a family of labourers, he went on to become a leader of global stature.

President Irfan Ali, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, former President Donald Ramotar, they are all Ambassadors of the Indo Guyanese community. Joseph Ruhomon, one of the earliest Indo-Guyanese intellectuals, Ramcharitar Lalla, one of the first Indo-Guyanese poets, Shana Yardan, the renowned woman poet, Many such Indo-Guyanese made an impact on academics and arts, music and medicine.

Friends,

Our commonalities provide a strong foundation to our friendship. Three things, in particular, connect India and Guyana deeply. Culture, cuisine and cricket! Just a couple of weeks ago, I am sure you all celebrated Diwali. And in a few months, when India celebrates Holi, Guyana will celebrate Phagwa.

This year, the Diwali was special as Ram Lalla returned to Ayodhya after 500 years. People in India remember that the holy water and shilas from Guyana were also sent to build the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Despite being oceans apart, your cultural connection with Mother India is strong.

I could feel this when I visited the Arya Samaj Monument and Saraswati Vidya Niketan School earlier today. Both India and Guyana are proud of our rich and diverse culture. We see diversity as something to be celebrated, not just accommodated. Our countries are showing how cultural diversity is our strength.

Friends,

Wherever people of India go, they take one important thing along with them. The food! The Indo-Guyanese community also has a unique food tradition which has both Indian and Guyanese elements. I am aware that Dhal Puri is popular here! The seven-curry meal that I had at President Ali’s home was delicious. It will remain a fond memory for me.

Friends,

The love for cricket also binds our nations strongly. It is not just a sport. It is a way of life, deeply embedded in our national identity. The Providence National Cricket Stadium in Guyana stands as a symbol of our friendship.

Kanhai, Kalicharan, Chanderpaul are all well-known names in India. Clive Lloyd and his team have been a favourite of many generations. Young players from this region also have a huge fan base in India. Some of these great cricketers are here with us today. Many of our cricket fans enjoyed the T-20 World Cup that you hosted this year.

Your cheers for the ‘Team in Blue’ at their match in Guyana could be heard even back home in India!

Friends,

This morning, I had the honour of addressing the Guyanese Parliament. Coming from the Mother of Democracy, I felt the spiritual connect with one of the most vibrant democracies in the Caribbean region. We have a shared history that binds us together. Common struggle against colonial rule, love for democratic values, And, respect for diversity.

We have a shared future that we want to create. Aspirations for growth and development, Commitment towards economy and ecology, And, belief in a just and inclusive world order.

Friends,

I know the people of Guyana are well-wishers of India. You would be closely watching the progress being made in India. India’s journey over the past decade has been one of scale, speed and sustainability.

In just 10 years, India has grown from the tenth largest economy to the fifth largest. And, soon, we will become the third-largest. Our youth have made us the third largest start-up ecosystem in the world. India is a global hub for e-commerce, AI, fintech, agriculture, technology and more.

We have reached Mars and the Moon. From highways to i-ways, airways to railways, we are building state of art infrastructure. We have a strong service sector. Now, we are also becoming stronger in manufacturing. India has become the second largest mobile manufacturer in the world.

Friends,

India’s growth has not only been inspirational but also inclusive. Our digital public infrastructure is empowering the poor. We opened over 500 million bank accounts for the people. We connected these bank accounts with digital identity and mobiles. Due to this, people receive assistance directly in their bank accounts. Ayushman Bharat is the world’s largest free health insurance scheme. It is benefiting over 500 million people.

We have built over 30 million homes for those in need. In just one decade, we have lifted 250 million people out of poverty. Even among the poor, our initiatives have benefited women the most. Millions of women are becoming grassroots entrepreneurs, generating jobs and opportunities.

Friends,

While all this massive growth was happening, we also focused on sustainability. In just a decade, our solar energy capacity grew 30-fold ! Can you imagine ?We have moved towards green mobility, with 20 percent ethanol blending in petrol.

At the international level too, we have played a central role in many initiatives to combat climate change. The International Solar Alliance, The Global Biofuels Alliance, The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Many of these initiatives have a special focus on empowering the Global South.

We have also championed the International Big Cat Alliance. Guyana, with its majestic Jaguars, also stands to benefit from this.

Friends,

Last year, we had hosted President Irfaan Ali as the Chief Guest of the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas. We also received Prime Minister Mark Phillips and Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo in India. Together, we have worked to strengthen bilateral cooperation in many areas.

Today, we have agreed to widen the scope of our collaboration -from energy to enterprise,Ayurveda to agriculture, infrastructure to innovation, healthcare to human resources, anddata to development. Our partnership also holds significant value for the wider region. The second India-CARICOM summit held yesterday is testament to the same.

As members of the United Nations, we both believe in reformed multilateralism. As developing countries, we understand the power of the Global South. We seek strategic autonomy and support inclusive development. We prioritize sustainable development and climate justice. And, we continue to call for dialogue and diplomacy to address global crises.

Friends,

I always call our diaspora the Rashtradoots. An Ambassador is a Rajdoot, but for me you are all Rashtradoots. They are Ambassadors of Indian culture and values. It is said that no worldly pleasure can compare to the comfort of a mother’s lap.

You, the Indo-Guyanese community, are doubly blessed. You have Guyana as your motherland and Bharat Mata as your ancestral land. Today, when India is a land of opportunities, each one of you can play a bigger role in connecting our two countries.

Friends,

Bharat Ko Janiye Quiz has been launched. I call upon you to participate. Also encourage your friends from Guyana. It will be a good opportunity to understand India, its values, culture and diversity.

Friends,

Next year, from 13 January to 26 February, Maha Kumbh will be held at Prayagraj. I invite you to attend this gathering with families and friends. You can travel to Basti or Gonda, from where many of you came. You can also visit the Ram Temple at Ayodhya. There is another invite.

It is for the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas that will be held in Bhubaneshwar in January. If you come, you can also take the blessings of Mahaprabhu Jagannath in Puri. Now with so many events and invitations, I hope to see many of you in India soon. Once again, thank you all for the love and affection you have shown me.

Thank you.
Thank you very much.

And special thanks to my friend Ali. Thanks a lot.