The rapid strides that our country has taken during the last five years have been made possible by every precious vote supporting the BJP in 2014: PM Modi
The condition of Karnataka today has become just like the condition of the country in 2014 when corruption was endemic and governance had come to a total halt: PM Modi
I urge the people to not let the divisive agenda of the Congress and its allies prevail over our nationalist values: Prime Minister Modi

On his tour to the southern cities of Bagalkot and Chikodi to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka, Prime Minister Modi delivered a power-packed address to a massive rally of supporters today.

 

Thanking his voters for their overwhelming support in 2014 Lok Sabha elections, PM Modi said, “The rapid strides that our country has taken during the last five years have been made possible by every precious vote supporting the BJP in 2014. On one hand, the people have seen the ability of a strong government to transform the nation, while on the other hand, the people of Karnataka have also witnessed the unending drama that has been going on in the state government for the past few months. This drama has revenge and emotions in abundance, however, in the middle of all this ‘Natak in Karnataka’ it is the ordinary people that are suffering the most, the farmers are suffering and the poor are suffering. “

 

Tearing on the ruling JD(S)-Congress combine for endemic corruption and ineffective governance in Karnataka, Prime Minister Modi said, “The condition of Karnataka today has become just like the condition of the country in 2014 when corruption was endemic and governance had come to a total halt. The Congress led government was on the way to create a world-record in its number of scams like Helicopter Scam, 2G Scam and Commonwealth Scams. The ‘Maha-Milawati’ parties like the Congress and JD(S) are not bothered about the people, their only concern is to enrich themselves and appease their vote-banks. The nation has recognized and understood the divisive politics of Opposition parties like the Congress and JD(S) and that is why they are no longer trusted by the people.”

 

Urging his supporters to vote and support the BJP in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections to transform the condition of Karnataka led by a opportunist and corrupt government to that of a government that is people-centric and transparent, PM Modi said, “I appeal to the people of Karnataka to vote for the BJP and strengthen democracy in the state in order to not let parties like Congress and JD(S) not divide the people on the basis of their faith or community like they tried during the Assembly elections last year. I urge the people to not let the divisive agenda of the Congress and its allies prevail over our nationalist values. The neither care for the farmer nor the soldier, they are bothered neither about the plight of the poor nor about the worries of the middle class. The sole reason for their opportunistic alliance is to keep Modi out of power and then indulge in corruption without any accountability. However, I assure my people that as long as this ‘Chowkidar’ (PM Modi) is there, such actions will not be tolerated at all.” 

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Prime Minister extends greetings to everyone on National Technology Day
May 11, 2026
PM shares a Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting Agni as the fiery essence that awakens immense power within the smallest particles of matter

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today extended greetings to everyone on National Technology Day.

The Prime Minister recalled with pride the hard work and dedication of the scientists, which led to the successful tests in Pokhran in 1998. He noted that the landmark moment reflected India’s scientific excellence and unwavering commitment.

The Prime Minister stated that technology has become a key pillar in building a self-reliant India. Shri Modi highlighted that it is accelerating innovation, expanding opportunities, and contributing to the nation’s growth across sectors. He emphasised that the continued focus remains on empowering talent, encouraging research, and creating solutions that serve both national progress and the aspirations of the people.

Reflecting on the historic milestone, the Prime Minister further noted that the nuclear tests conducted in Pokhran on this day in 1998 introduced the world to India's amazing capabilities. He lauded the scientists as the true architects of the country's pride and self-respect.

Sharing a Sanskrit Subhashitam, the Prime Minister noted that Agni is the supreme power of the heavens and the primary source of all energy on earth. This fiery essence awakens the immense power hidden within the smallest particles of matter and spreads energy and motion throughout creation.

In a series of posts on X, the Prime Minister wrote:

"Greetings on National Technology Day. We recall with pride the hard work and dedication of our scientists, which led to the successful tests in Pokhran in 1998. That landmark moment reflected India’s scientific excellence and unwavering commitment.

Technology has become a key pillar in building a self-reliant India. It is accelerating innovation, expanding opportunities and contributing to the nation’s growth across sectors. Our continued focus remains on empowering talent, encouraging research and creating solutions that serve both national progress and the aspirations of our people."

"वर्ष 1998 में आज के दिन पोखरण में हुए परमाणु परीक्षण ने दुनिया को भारत के अद्भुत सामर्थ्य से परिचित कराया। हमारे वैज्ञानिक देश के गौरव और स्वाभिमान के सच्चे शिल्पी हैं।

अग्निर्मूर्धा दिवः ककुत्पतिः पृथिव्या अयम्।
अपां रेतांसि जिन्वति॥"

Agni is the supreme power of the heavens and the primary source of all energy on earth. This fiery essence awakens the immense power hidden within the smallest particles of matter and spreads energy and motion throughout creation.