2024-06-02 04:22:36
NEW DELHI: With the last vote polled and exit polls predicting yet another landslide for him, a confident Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a dig at the “opportunistic” INDI Alliance and said the “casteist, communal and corrupt” combine of dynastic parties had been rejected by people, while thanking women and youth in particular for keeping faith in BJP.
The opposition alliance failed to strike a chord with people because they are “casteist, communal and corrupt”, the PM wrote on X soon after voting for the last phase got over and exit polls pointed to yet another mega victory for BJP. “This alliance, aimed to protect a handful of dynasties, failed to present a futuristic vision for the nation. Through the campaign, they only enhanced their expertise on one thing — Modi bashing. Such regressive politics has been rejected by the people,” he added.
Modi praised Election Commission for its “exemplary” efforts at ensuring a smooth and fair electoral process. “Their dedication and meticulous planning have been crucial in upholding the integrity of our democracy, allowing citizens across the nation to vote with confidence and security. Our electoral process is something every believer in democratic values takes inspiration from,” the PM said, a remark which coincided with deaths of polling personnel due to the intense heat wave and contrasted with the condemnation of the poll body by opposition parties.
He also expressed gratitude to security forces for their unwavering vigilance during the elections.
“I can say with confidence that the people of India have voted in record numbers to re-elect the NDA government. They have seen our track record and the manner in which our work has brought about a qualitative change in the lives of the poor, marginalised and downtrodden,” Modi said in a series of posts on X.
“At the same time, they have seen how reforms have propelled India to being the fifth largest global economy. Every scheme of ours has reached the intended beneficiaries without any bias or leakage,” he further said.
Extending gratitude to voters, the PM said their active participation was the cornerstone of the country’s democracy. Making special mention of women and youth, he said, “I would also like to specially appreciate India’s Nari Shakti and Yuva Shakti. Their strong presence at the polls is a very encouraging sign.”
He also applauded NDA workers, saying that across the length and breadth of India, they often braved intense heat. “I compliment them for meticulously explaining our development agenda to the people and motivating them to come out and vote. Our karyakartas are our greatest strength,” PM Modi said.