Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a massive public rally in Singur, West Bengal, issued a strong call for political transformation in the state. During his address, he highlighted the steps taken by the central government for Bengal's development while simultaneously launching a scathing attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) government. PM Modi unequivocally stated that a 'wave of change' is sweeping across Bengal and that the state is in dire need of 'real change. ' He characterized the TMC's governance as 'maha jungle raj' (great misrule) and. Asserted that the people of Bengal are now determined to overthrow this system.
TMC's Obstruction of Pro-Poor Schemes
Prime Minister Modi emphasized the necessity of a 'double engine government' – with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at both the center and the state – for West Bengal's progress. He argued that wherever such governments are in power, development work is progressing rapidly, and citizens are receiving the full benefits of central schemes, while in stark contrast, he accused the TMC government in Bengal of consistently obstructing welfare initiatives for the poor. PM Modi stated that the TMC deliberately prevents central schemes from reaching the common people and hinders the benefits sent by the central government from reaching their intended beneficiaries, while he expressed confidence that the situation would change with the BJP coming to power in Bengal, accelerating the pace of development.
Hooghly and the Special Connection to Vande Mataram
Prime Minister Modi leveled a serious accusation against the West Bengal government, alleging that it's compromising national security. He warned the youth of the state to be extremely vigilant. PM Modi stated that the TMC government encourages infiltrators, who have become a 'solid vote bank' for the party. He claimed that the TMC would go to any extent to protect these infiltrators. The Prime Minister also mentioned that the central government has repeatedly written to the West Bengal government requesting land for border fencing, but the TMC government has paid no heed. He alleged that the TMC supports groups that provide patronage to infiltrators. PM Modi stressed that the time has come to identify and send back those who have merged into society using fake documents. He asked the crowd who could accomplish this task, answering that 'your single vote' could provide relief from this problem. He asserted that every vote cast for the BJP could resolve this grave issue.
In his address, Prime Minister Modi also spoke about the special relationship between Hooghly and 'Vande Mataram. ' He noted that it's believed that Rishi Bankim Chandra Chatterjee gave 'Vande Mataram' its complete form right there. PM Modi emphasized that just as 'Vande Mataram' became the clarion call for independence, it must also become the mantra for developing West Bengal and India, while he linked this historical connection to the state's pride and future development, inspiring a sense of national purpose.
Honoring Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
Prime Minister Modi highlighted the BJP government's efforts to honor Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. He mentioned that it was the BJP government that installed a grand statue of Netaji Subhas Babu at Kartavya Path, in front of India Gate, in Delhi. He stated that for the first time, the contribution of. The Azad Hind Fauj was acknowledged from the Red Fort. On top of that, an island in Andaman and Nicobar was named after Netaji. PM Modi also referred to the changes made in the Republic Day celebrations, while he noted that earlier, the January 26 programs used to begin on January 24 or 25 and conclude on January 30, but now these programs have been changed to start on January 23, Netaji Subhas Babu's birth anniversary, and conclude on Mahatma Gandhi's death anniversary. This move signifies the nation's profound respect for Netaji.
Critique of TMC's Anti-People Policies
Prime Minister Modi once again targeted the TMC government, stating that his continuous endeavor is to serve the youth, farmers, mothers, and sisters of Bengal in every possible way. However, he accused the TMC government of deliberately preventing central government schemes from reaching the people. PM Modi claimed that the TMC is taking out its animosity against the people of Bengal and is hostile towards the youth, mothers, sisters, and farmers of the state, while he asserted that the conscious voters of the country are continuously punishing every government that obstructs development work. He cited the example of the Delhi state, where a similar government refused to implement central schemes. PM Modi explained that the central government urged the Delhi government to implement the Ayushman Scheme for free treatment for poor families, but they refused. Consequently, the people of Delhi voted them out of power, and now the Ayushman Yojana provides free treatment to the poor in Delhi. PM Modi firmly stated that the people of Bengal have also made up their minds and will teach the ruthless TMC government a lesson, so that a BJP government can be formed here, and the Ayushman Bharat scheme can be implemented in Bengal, ensuring free treatment for the poor.
