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Hon’ble Union Home Minister & Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah addressed public meetings in Karnal, Hisar and Jhajjar, Haryana on Monday. Shri Amit Shah criticized the previous corrupt Congress government and highlighted various beneficial schemes for farmers in Haryana, initiated by the BJP government. During the event, Haryana Chief Minister Shri Nayab Singh Saini, former Haryana CM and Karnal Lok Sabha Candidate Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, Rajya Sabha MP Shri Kartikey Sharma, BJP National Secretary Shri Om Prakash Dhankar, Rajasthan MLA Baba Balaknath, Hisar Lok Sabha candidate Shri Ranjit Singh Chautala, and Jhajjar Lok Sabha candidate Shri Arvind Sharma, along with others, were present.
Union Home Minister stated that he has come to the land of the Danvir Karna and extends his greetings to the entire populace. He began his address by paying respects to Manjit Singh Gurudwara, Puccapur Dham and Chulkana Dham. Haryana is one of the few states in the country that significantly contributes to ending hunger in India, emphasizing that the granaries of the nation are filled due to the immense contribution of Haryana’s farmers. The responsibility of safeguarding the nation’s borders is undertaken by the soldiers from Haryana. Additionally, in any sport, whether played nationally or internationally, Haryana’s “Dhakkad” athletes are prominently seen at the top of the medal tally.
Shri Shah praised Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji for making substantial efforts in these areas. The long-pending issue of “One Rank One Pension” was addressed by the esteemed Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, who resolved it in his first term in 2014.He criticized former Haryana Chief Minister and INC leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda, questioning why the OROP issue remained unresolved during the Congress government’s 40-year tenure. Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji for providing the much-needed OROP to the soldiers and their families, a feat unaccomplished by the previous administration.
Union Home Minister & Minister of Cooperation stated that for sports, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji has provided extensive infrastructure, facilities, transparent selection processes and international training, which have greatly benefited Haryana’s athletes. Shri Manohar Lal Khattar served as Haryana’s Chief Minister for ten years, dedicating himself to the state’s service. Now, the party has decided that he will serve the nation and BJP in Delhi. Under Shri Manohar Lal Khattar’s leadership, the practice of selling government jobs in Haryana was abolished. Young people receiving appointment letters in every village are a testament to his work. Under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji there has been establishment of seven IITs and seven IIMs nationwide. Furthermore, the nation has witnessed the establishment of 15 new AIIMS, 390 universities, and 700 medical colleges, all of which have contributed to its development and Haryana has also received many benefits.
Shri Shah highlighted the contributions of Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, mentioning that he provided 12 expressways, 77 colleges, 13 universities, eight medical colleges, two airports, and initiated the opening of 16 new hospitals. In the span of ten years, the BJP has worked towards the development of Haryana. The comprehensive development initiatives taken by Shri Khattar, under the guidance of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, have significantly advanced Haryana’s progress.
Union Home Minister highlighted that in the past, Haryana was trapped in a cycle of corruption and nepotism. When one family came to power, corruption would reach its peak, and when another family took over, nepotism and hooliganism would cross all limits. Shri Manohar Lal Khattar ended corruption and nepotism in the state. Previously, the Chief Minister’s focused only on the development of Rohtak and Sirsa, but for the first time, a Chief Minister emerged who worked for the development of the entire state of Haryana. Shri Manohar Lal Khattar undertook the development of the whole state, addressing the concerns of all communities.
Shri Shah emphasized that the leadership mantle has now been passed to Shri Nayab Singh Saini, who continues the development work initiated by Shri Manohar Lal Khattar. The comprehensive efforts to eliminate corruption, nepotism and to ensure inclusive development have significantly transformed Haryana. Shri Shah praised the effective governance and development strategies that have brought progress to all parts of the state.
Union Home Minister emphasized that Kashmir is an integral part of India. He criticized AICC Leader Mallikarjun Kharge for questioning the connection between the people of Rajasthan and Haryana with Kashmir, asserting that every child in Haryana is ready to lay down their life for Kashmir. Congress leaders who suggest showing respect to Pakistan and refraining from claiming PoK because Pakistan has nuclear weapons, specifically referring to Manishankar Aiyar. Addressing Rahul Gandhi from the land of Angraj Karna in Karnal, Shri Amit Shah stated that regardless of Congress’s stance, the BJP government asserts that PoK was, is, and will remain a part of India. Congress party of keeping Article 370 intact for 70 years for appeasement politics, which led to increased terrorism. However, when the people elected Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji for a second term, he abolished Article 370 on August 5, 2019, and now the Indian tricolor flies proudly in Kashmir.
Shri Shah highlighted that Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji elevated India’s economy from the 11th to the 5th position globally, and if elected again Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji aims to bring it to the 3rd position. Ram Mandir issue, stating that the Congress party kept it unresolved for 70 years, but when Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji was re-elected, the case was won, and the foundation ceremony was conducted. On January 22, the temple performed “Pran Pratishtha” with chants of “Jai Shree Ram”. Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, for not attending the Ram Utsav despite invitations due to their fear of losing their minority vote bank. In contrast, BJP leaders, unafraid of such consequences, not only supported the Ram Mandir but also restored the Kashi Vishwanath temple, which was demolished by Aurangzeb, under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji.
Union Home Minister stated that the Congress only talks about the poor but does nothing for their welfare. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi talks about farmers but insulted Shri Jagdeep Dankar, a farmer’s son who is a representative leader for the Jaat farmers. Before the Modi-led government came to power, the Congress government’s budget for farmers was ₹22,000 crore. Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji increased this to ₹1,25,000 crore. Shri Manohar Lal Khattar has worked towards providing Minimum Support Price to farmers for all crops by including all crops under the Bhavantar Yojana.
Shri Shah emphasized the development projects initiated by the Bharatiya Janata Party government for the advancement of Karnal. Karnal has been transformed into a smart city. Out of 57 schemes, 52 development schemes have been completed. Development projects have been initiated in Shakti Colony with a cost of ₹106 crore. A center for Khelo India has been established. Vigyan University has been established with a cost of ₹760 crore and Medical University has been established. Under the Bharat Parimala scheme, Ring Road has been constructed at a cost of ₹1,800 crore. Under-bridges for railways have been constructed at a cost of ₹300 crore. The initiation of Rapid Rail will be done. Additionally, the Mod-ledi government is also working on building a museum in Panipat. Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, 1 lakh 33 thousand poor households in Karnal Vidhan Sabha were provided Nal se Jal. 40 affordable medicine shops were opened for the poor under PM Jan Aushadhi Kendra Yojana, and toilets were constructed for 40 thousand poor individuals. Additionally, 36 thousand women were provided gas cylinders, and Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji initiated the distribution of 5 kg of grains per person per month for free to 20 lakh people.
Union Home Minister stated that Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji has vaccinated 130 crore citizens, ensuring protection against COVID-19. During the pandemic, Congress and Rahul Gandhi indulged in politics, attempting to mislead the public. However, when people across the country got vaccinated, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi also got vaccinated. When a crisis hits the country, everyone comes together to face it, but Rahul Gandhi introduced low-level politics during the COVID-19 pandemic. INDI alliance is contesting the elections, but they don’t have a candidate for the Prime Minister’s position. INDI alliance lacks both leadership and policy. The leaders of the INDI alliance have made plans to take turns becoming Prime Minister.
Shri Shah stated that the Prime Minister of a country with 130 crore citizens should be someone who gives a befitting reply to Pakistan, ensures safety from COVID, ends triple talaq, retrieves Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, ends Naxalism, implements the Uniform Civil Code, and takes India to the forefront globally. The entire country, including all regions like the North, South, East and West, believes that the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji is the most effective representative for the country. The chant of “Modi-Modi” is now emblematic of national progress. Only Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, can lead the nation towards complete development, making Bharat Atmanirbhar, prosperous, educated and technologically advanced.
Union Home Minister said that during its rule, the Congress Party was involved in various scams, including the Bofors scam, helicopter scam, army vehicle scam, farmers’ fertilizer scam, rice scam and Commonwealth scam. He accused the Congress Party of only working to benefit itself during its time in power. Highlighting that Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji purchased grains worth ₹20 lakh crore from farmers at support prices. Since independence, the Modi-led government has bought the most food grains at support prices. Hon’ble Prime Minister has tripled the sports budget and is preparing to bring the Olympic Games to India by 2036.
Shri Shah stated that there are two camps in the upcoming elections. On one side is the Congress Party, which has committed scams amounting to ₹12 lakh crore. On the other side is Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, who has not been accused of even 25 paisa in corruption despite being in politics for 23 years. Shri Shah contrasted Rahul Gandhi, born with a silver spoon, with Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, who was born into a poor tea seller’s family. Shri Shah also pointed out the difference in dedication between the two leaders. He mentioned that Rahul Gandhi goes to Thailand for a holiday as soon as it gets a little hot, while Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji does not take leave even on Diwali, choosing instead to celebrate the festival at the border with army personnel. Shri Amit Shah highlighted that four phases of voting have been completed in the country, and Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji has already secured a majority by crossing 270 seats, now moving towards achieving 400 seats.
Union Home Minister stated that Rahul Gandhi, referred to as Rahul Gandhi, is not even going to secure 40 seats and the entire INDI Alliance is going to be wiped out. He remarked that before the 2024 elections, Rahul Gandhi conducted the Bharat Jodo Yatra, but after the June 4 elections, he will need to conduct a Congress Khojo Yatra as the Congress Party will be nowhere to be seen, not even with binoculars. Expressed confidence that in the 2024 elections, the lotus of development will bloom across Haryana, from Sirsa to Sonipat and from Panchkula to Palwal.
Shri Shah highlighted Haryana’s impressive economic achievements, noting its 8% growth rate and status as the top GST collector per capita among states. Haryana’s leading position in Ease of Doing business, boasting 400 offices of Fortune 500 companies situated in Gurugram. Furthermore, Haryana’s agricultural prowess, ranking second in the country, third in milk production, and offering the highest number of social security pensions nationwide. Additionally, Haryana tops the list for health facilities and is a leader in automobile and tractor manufacturing. The previous Congress administration of Bhupendra Hooda of favoritism towards his son-in-law and neglecting the common people of Haryana. He contrasted this with the transformative governance under Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, which has ensured essential amenities like water, toilets and gas cylinders for all households.
Union Home Minister said that under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, India has emerged as the pharmacy of the world, Shri Shah remarked. He praised Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji efforts in safely rescuing Indian citizens from war zones and highlighted India’s technological advancements, such as the widely recognized Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and the successful Chandrayaan mission to the moon. Shri Shah criticized the Congress party’s resort to spreading falsehoods, particularly their claim that BJP’s victory would lead to the removal of reservation policies. He assured that as long as there is a single BJP MP, reservation policies will remain intact. Moreover, Shri Shah asserted that the BJP government aims to address what they perceive as unconstitutional reservation policies for Muslims, which were implemented by the Congress Party.
Shri Shah emphasized that Sonia Gandhi’s goal is to elevate her son to the position of Prime Minister, while Bhupendra Hooda aims for his son to become Chief Minister. Those who pursue political careers solely for their children’s advancement neglect the development of the nation’s youth. Only Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji possesses the capability to drive both the nation and Haryana forward. Shri Shah highlighted that under the leadership of the Modi government, Haryana has seen the construction of 21 new national highways, the establishment of AIIMS in Rewari, the extension of IIT Delhi in Jhajjar, the construction of a cancer hospital in Barsa costing Rs 2000 crore, and the creation of the largest bus station in the Jhajjar district, with a cost of Rs 24 crore.
Shri Shah stated that Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji has a special connection with Haryana. The Congress-led UPA government sent only ₹41,000 crore to Haryana in 10 years, while the Modi-led government provided ₹2,70,000 crore to Haryana in the last 10 years. Under the leadership of Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, the BJP government has propelled the development wagon to its destination, and now the young Chief Minister Shri Nayaab Singh Saini will ensure it reaches the station. Shri Amit Shah appealed for the victory of the BJP on all seats in Haryana and for the formation of the Modi government for the third time.