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Hon’ble Bharatiya Janata Party National President Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda addressed a public meeting in Dahod and Matdata Samvad in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on Friday. Shri Nadda highlighted the development works accomplished under the BJP rule, led by Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji, and accused the Congress Party of jeopardizing the security of the state and the country for the sake of vote bank politics. During the event, State Vice President Shri Gordhanbhai Zadafia, General Secretary Shri Rajni Patel, Karnavati Mahanagar President Shri Amit Shahdahod, Dahod Candidate ShriJasvantsinh Bhabhor and other leaders were present on the stage.
Shri Nadda declared his mission to secure victory from the people for Shri Jawant Singh Bhabhor, emphasizing that this election held a larger purpose beyond just Shri Bhabhor. Bharatiya Janata Party’s foundation rested on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s leadership, aimed at advancing the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat.’ The significant transformation in India’s political landscape over the past ten years under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s tenure. Congress’s politics revolved around caste, religion, and appeasement, fostering conflicts between castes, communities and creating vote banks. However, since Shri Narendra Modi Ji assumed office, there has been a paradigm shift towards development and accountability-oriented politics. Under the leadership of PM Shri Modi Ji, politics has become proactive and pro responsive. Gujarat has consistently provided leadership to the country in various aspects. It has been at the forefront among states in producing saints, social reformers, and advocates for social justice. India achieved independence under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, and the process of unification began under the leadership of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, both hailing from Gujarat.
Hon’ble BJP National President stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, India has transformed from being a nation that used to beg to a self-reliant India. India today stands not as a nation seeking help, but as an ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’. India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, has shifted from being a nation concerned about the last person standing in the line to one that practices the politics of reforms, performance, and transformation. The approach is now about bringing change first, working on that change, and then transforming the nation through that change. While all parties engaged in politics with the tribal communities, it was only the BJP that refrained from politics and worked towards changing their image and destiny, thereby restoring their self-respect. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji is being invited to attend major global forums, underscoring his status as a respected global leader. With his leadership, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji is playing a pivotal role in shaping the global agenda. Today, with great pride, it can be said that after 70 years, nobody had ever suggested making a tribal woman the first citizen of the country. This remarkable initiative was undertaken by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, thus giving her the dignity of becoming the President of India. There is immense honor and pride, and a significant voice echoing not only in India but throughout the world, the tribal population has received respect, and this has happened solely under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. Until 10 years ago, whenever India was discussed on the international stage, Pakistan was often mentioned in the same breath. However, thanks to the efficient and effective leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, India’s name is now associated with pride and progress, independent of Pakistan. During Congress rule, discussions with leaders of other countries often revolved around terrorist encounters between India and Pakistan. Under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s leadership, the conversation has shifted towards topics like semiconductor manufacturing and digitalization, reflecting India’s advancements in technology and innovation.
Shri Nadda highlighted that on November 15th, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji decided to celebrate National Tribal Day and pay respect to Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The budget for tribal welfare has also been increased threefold. In the Eklavya residential school, the budget has been raised by 21 times, ensuring better education access for tribal children. Additionally, 1.5 crore toilets have been constructed in tribal areas, empowering both women and tribals. Under the PM-JANMAM initiative, approximately ₹24 thousand crore is being allocated. Vandhan Kendras are creating new opportunities for tribal producers, and Van Dhan Vikas Kendra has received an allocation of ₹4 thousand crore, with ₹400 crore already disbursed for people’s development. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana was initiated, providing farmers with Rs 2,000 every month. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji has issued orders for immediate action by the Army when necessary. Under the Modi Ji government, an all-weather road has been constructed from Arunachal Pradesh to Ladakh, enabling the country’s army to reach any border area within a day. India, which once lacked bulletproof jackets, is now manufacturing them, along with helicopters and fighter planes, showcasing significant advancements in defense manufacturing capabilities.
Hon’ble BJP National President highlighted that India has made remarkable strides, moving from the 11th to the 5th largest economy globally, surpassing countries like Britain. Under PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s leadership, India is poised to become the world’s third-largest economy within 2 years. After the Corona period and the Russia-Ukraine war, the economies of all countries are facing uncertainty and instability, but under PM Shri Modi Ji’s leadership, India’s economy is now considered a bright spot by the world.
Shri Nadda highlighted that India ranks second in the pharmaceutical industry, offering effective and affordable medicines, with export figures soaring by 138 percent. India has also surpassed Japan to become the third-largest automobile producer, with ambitions to surpass both the US and China in the coming years. The petrochemicals sector has experienced remarkable growth, with exports increasing by 106 percent. In the manufacturing of toys, India now holds the third position globally. India has climbed to the second position in steel production from fourth. Moreover, with the ‘Made in India’ initiative, 97% of mobile phones are now manufactured domestically, and India has become the second-largest exporter globally. In the last 5 years, approximately 55 thousand kilometers of national highways have been constructed, alongside the electrification of 52 thousand kilometers of railway tracks. In Saurashtra, AIIMS has been established, highways are under construction, and development initiatives are underway. Prime Minister Shri Modi Ji has brought about transformation in villages, uplifted the poor, marginalized, and oppressed, while also empowering youth, women, and farmers. Through the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, free food grains have been distributed to 3 crore 40 lakh people in Gujarat and 80 crore people across the nation. These initiatives have lifted over 25 crore people above the poverty line. Additionally, under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, 4 crore concrete houses have been provided to people, with approximately 40-50 houses constructed in each village. Prime Minister Shri Modi Ji has pledged that under his third term, an additional 3 crore concrete houses will be constructed. Under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, 55 crore poor individuals received health cover of ₹5 lakh annually for the treatment of severe illnesses. The BJP has pledged to provide healthcare facilities worth ₹5 lakh annually to all individuals aged 70 and above, as well as individuals from the transgender community, irrespective of their caste, religion, or income group. Prime Minister Shri Modi Ji has also pledged to make 3 crore ‘Lakhpati Didis’. Additionally, under the women’s reservation act, 33 percent of all seats in Lok Sabha and State legislative assemblies will be reserved for women. The Modi Ji government established 7 new IIM’s and 7 new IIT’s, significantly expanding the educational infrastructure in the country. The number of AIIMS institutions has tripled under their leadership.
Hon’ble BJP National President highlighted that it took 25 years for Tuberculosis medicine, 28 years for Tetanus medicine, and 100 years for Japanese encephalitis medicine to be introduced in the country. In contrast, under PM Shri Modi Ji’s leadership, two doses for Corona vaccine were developed within just 9 months, demonstrating a remarkable feat in ensuring India’s security. During the Corona period, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji emphasized ‘Jaan Hai toh Jahan Hai’. Taking a bold decision, he imposed a nationwide lockdown, preparing India to combat the pandemic within just 2 months. In the future, India aims to become a global market for food grains.
Shri Nadda highlighted that Gujarat is fortunate to have two semiconductor units established in Dholera and Sanand, totaling three units in India with one in Assam and two in Gujarat. Additionally, six cities in the state have been designated as smart cities, with ₹11,400 crore allocated for their development, including Dahod. There has been a 24-fold increase in the budget for rail infrastructure, and plans are underway for bullet trains to operate between Ahmedabad and Mumbai in the next five years. The metro in Ahmedabad has also been operationalized, along with the opening of eight new airports and the construction of Surat’s new airport. Ahmedabad is being connected to Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai through corridors. Furthermore, the Sudarshan Setu, the longest cable bridge, has been operationalized by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. An investment of ₹840 crore is being made in Dahod’s water supply, and a 9000 HP Electric Locomotive production unit is being established in the region, creating 20 thousand direct and over 1 lakh indirect employment opportunities.
Hon’ble BJP National President stated that the opposition INDI alliance doesn’t care about the people of the country, they are in politics for their family. PM Shri Modi Ji has a progressive vision, while the INDI alliance relies on dynastic politics. While PM Shri Modi Ji advocates for “Bhrashtachar Hatao”, the INDI alliance focuses on “Bharashtachariyon ko Bachao”. In BJP, individuals come from humble backgrounds, but in the INDI alliance, nepotism and dynastic politics are prevalent. Shri Nadda underscored the prevalence of dynastic politics within the INDI Alliance, citing examples such as Farooq Abdullah, Umar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti, the Chautala family, the Badal family, Mulayam Singh, Dimple Yadav, Akhilesh Yadav, Lalu Yadav, Rabri Devi, Tejashwi Yadav, and Tej Pratap Yadav. The familial nature of Mamata Banerjee’s party, represented by Abhishek Banerjee, as well as KCR, KTM, and Kavitha’s factions. Furthermore, the involvement of the Thackeray family with Uddhav Thackeray and Aditya Thackeray, and the Gandhi family’s influence, including Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi. These political figures prioritize their own and their family’s interests over the welfare of the people, lacking genuine connections with the electorate.
Shri Nadda asserted that all these parties are centered around families, and they are all corrupt. Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Sanjay Singh, Lalu Yadav, TMC and DMK leaders are out on bail, while Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, Satyendra Jain, Azam Khan, TMC and DMK leaders are in jail. ‘INDI Alliance’ of corrupt individuals and stated that the public won’t let such people come forward. INDI Alliance for being against Sanatan and the nation. He cited instances like Uday Nidhi Stalin calling Sanatan as diseases like dengue and malaria, and A. Raja likened it to HIV. Such people should not be allowed to lead. INDI Alliance for being anti-national, referring to slogans like “Afzal Hum Sharminda Hain, Tere Qatil Zinda Hain” raised at Jawaharlal Nehru University. He linked Rahul Gandhi’s association with them to their lack of respect for the nation and its interests.
Hon’ble BJP National President stated that they used to say “Bharat Tere Tukde Honge, Inshah Allah Inshah Allah!” Rahul Gandhi stood with the ‘Tukde Tukde Gang’ and now he has been made the candidate for Lok Sabha elections. They are standing with anti-national forces. Recently, the INDI Alliance has initiated a new scheme; in the Congress manifesto, work has been done to look at minorities differently. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar had said that no reservation will be based on religion, reservation will be for social justice. Their conspiracy is to snatch reservation from India’s OBCs, Dalits, Tribals, Most Backward Classes, and Extremely Backward Classes, and give reservation to a special class. This will be an attack on the Constitution of India. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji has challenged Congress to formally commit in writing that they will not alter SC, ST, and OBC reservations or allocate them to specific communities under Congress-led state governments. These attempts have been made four times in Andhra Pradesh and twice in Karnataka. While the Congress had previously implemented reservation for a specific class in Karnataka, the BJP abolished it and granted their rights to OBCs. However, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah seeks to reintroduce it. Congress strengthens anti-India forces and attempts to divide and break the country’s social fabric.
Hon’ble BJP National President urged everyone to progress with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of ‘Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas’, and called for support for the lotus symbol on May 7th.