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Salient points of the address given by BJP National President Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda in the gracious presence of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Defence Minister and BJP Manifesto Committee Chairman Shri Rajnath Singh, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah and Union Finance Minister & BJP Manifesto Committee Convenor Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman on the occasion of the launch of BJP’s Sankalp Patra ” Modi’s Guarantee 2024″ for the Lok Sabha elections on 14 April, 2024. During his address Shri Nadda commended Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi for his commitment to inclusive development, ensuring that even the last person in society is uplifted. He expressed confidence that the Sankalp Patra will contribute significantly to building a Viksit Bharat
Shri JP Nadda expressed his gratitude to PM Shri Narendra Modi, emphasizing that the welfare of the party has been the top priority for the Prime Minister. Shri Nadda paid homage to Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar on his birth anniversary, highlighting the party’s commitment to Baba Saheb’s principles of social justice and the fight for justice, regardless of being in power or not. Shri Nadda emphasized that the BJP is
For the welfare of the poor, PM Shri Narendra Modi extended the PM Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana, offering 5 kg of wheat, 5 kg of rice, and 1 kg of pulses to 80 crore people, lifting 25 crore individuals in India above the poverty line
an ideology-driven party, and during every election, the party diligently works to advance its ideological foundations. He highlighted the Sankalp Patra as the manifestation of these political principles. The party has advocated for integral humanism and implemented it through initiatives like Antyodaya, working for inclusive development under the motto of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas aur Sabka Prayas.’ When Shri Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister in 2014, he pledged the government’s commitment to uplifting villages, the poor, and marginalized sections of society.
There are no villages without paved roads
Shri Nadda noted that when the public gives a clear mandate, the results also become evident. In 2014, the party secured a vote share of 31% and won 282 seats in the Lok Sabha. In 2019, breaking its own records, the party achieved a vote percentage of 37.3% and won 303 seats under the leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi. He stated that under PM Shri Modi’s leadership, 3.8 lakh kilometers of rural all-weather roads have been built. Shri Nadda noted that under PM Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, there are no villages without paved roads, reflecting a transformative shift in India’s landscape. Similarly, efforts are underway to connect 60,000 new villages with paved all-weather roads. Shri Nadda highlighted that under PM Shri Narendra Modi’s guidance, 2 lakh panchayats have been connected with optical fibre, along with internet facilities. He mentioned that for the welfare of the poor, PM Shri Narendra Modi extended the PM Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana, offering 5 kg of wheat, 5 kg of rice, and 1 kg of pulses to 80 crore people, lifting 25 crore individuals in India above the poverty line. Shri Nadda further highlighted that
No political party had the courage to confront the issue of triple talaq; instead, they all engaged in vote bank politics. Despite the Supreme Court’s directive to abolish triple talaq, it remained unaddressed until Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi took decisive action to abolish it
according to the International Monetary Fund, extreme poverty in India has decreased by more than one percent. Shri Nadda revealed that under the PM Awas Yojana, 4 crore Pucca houses have been constructed, with plans to continue this initiative in the future. Speaking about women’s empowerment, Shri Nadda mentioned that out of 50 crore Jan Dhan accounts, 55.6% are opened in the name of women. Under the Ujjwala Yojana, 10 crore gas cylinders have been provided to rural women, addressing a long-standing issue under PM Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership.
Pran Pratishtha of Ram Mandir took place
The BJP National President highlighted that a significant change has been brought in the lives of rural women by constructing 11 crore Ijjat Ghar so that they don’t have to go for open defecation. Under the leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi, concerns regarding dignity and human values have been addressed. Shri Nadda stated that the ideological foundation of the BJP is reflected in clear mandates yielding clear results. BJP opposed the notion of “Ek Desh Me Do Nishan Do Vidhan Do Pradhan” from 1951-52. Due to PM Shri Narendra Modi’s determination, on August 5th, 2019, Article 370 was abrogated. He revealed that the Palampur proposal had been adopted to glorify the path to building the Ram Temple. He highlighted that a long journey had been embarked upon with Palampur’s resolution. Shri Nadda noted moments when Congress lawyers had stood up, attempting to halt the judicial process, claiming it would benefit the BJP. Shri Nadda emphasized that Congress had shown no concern for the nation, Ram Lalla’s welfare, or India’s culture and dignity. Shri Nadda pointed out that Congress had been engaged in vote bank politics, trying to obstruct the process. Under PM Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Mandir took place on January 22, 2024.
“Naari Shakti Vandana Bill”
Shri Nadda highlighted that no political party had the courage to confront the issue of triple talaq; instead, they all engaged in vote bank politics. Despite the Supreme Court’s directive to abolish triple talaq, it remained unaddressed until Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi took decisive action to abolish it. Throughout 30 years, no party managed to enact legislation for women’s rights or offer them reservations. Nonetheless, Prime Minister Shri Modi promptly implemented the “Naari Shakti Vandana Bill” within three days, according women 33% reservation in both the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies.
PM led the country in its fight against the pandemic
The BJP National President said PM Shri Narendra Modi enforced a lockdown during the COVID pandemic, prioritising humanity over the economic realm. Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda highlighted the significant strides made in healthcare under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership. He noted that historically, it took many years for vaccines and treatments to reach India, such as 25 years for the tuberculosis vaccine, 30 years for tetanus injections, and even 100 years for Japanese encephalitis. However, under PM Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, when the Corona pandemic struck, he swiftly formed a task force. Within just 9 months, the country developed its own vaccine. Through the administration of 220 crore double doses of the vaccine, PM Shri Narendra Modi has led the country in its fight against the pandemic. We also provided vaccines to 100 nations under the ‘Vaccine Maitri’ initiative. Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda highlighted the remarkable achievements of the vaccination drive, emphasizing its speed and digital support in providing 220 crore double doses of the vaccine. He reiterated the public’s trust in the government’s commitment, encapsulated in the slogan “Modi Ki Guarantee, Guarantee Pura Hone Ki Guarantee Hai.”
Transformation in India’s global perception
Shri Nadda mentioned the transformation in India’s global perception under PM Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership. While previously seen as a following nation, India has emerged as a trailblazer with initiatives like Ayushman Bharat, the world’s largest health coverage program. Over 55 crore people have benefited from the annual 5 Lakh free health coverage provided by this initiative. Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda emphasized that the Sankalp Patra will play a significant role in nation-building and contribute to the development of a “Viksit Bharat.”