Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed vibrant public meetings in Shimla and Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, invoking nostalgia and a forward-looking vision for Himachal Pradesh. The Prime Minister emphasized his longstanding connection with the state and its people, reiterating his commitment to their development and well-being.
“When the country didn't even know Modi, I was among you. Times have changed, but Modi has not changed. Modi's relationship with Himachal remains the same,” PM Modi remarked.
Highlighting his continuous engagement with the state, PM Modi sought the people’s blessings for a third term of the BJP government. “Today, I have come to seek your blessings for the BJP government for the third time. I need your blessings to make India strong, to make India Viksit, and for a developed Himachal. Five phases of elections have already taken place in the country. A BJP-NDA government is assured. Now, Himachal will score a hat-trick with a 4-0 victory. Vote for those who will form the government. What is the point of wasting your vote? So, say with me, ‘Phir Ek Baar, Modi Sarkar.”
Addressing the strategic importance of Himachal Pradesh, a state bordering the frontier, PM Modi underscored the necessity of a robust government. “Himachal Pradesh is a state bordering the frontier. The people of Himachal understand the importance of a strong government. Modi will risk his life for you but will not let any harm come to you. The weak Congress government used to plead around the world. Modi says, why should India go to the world? India will fight its battles on its own.”
The Prime Minister also highlighted the infrastructural developments under his administration, contrasting them with the previous Congress regimes. “This is the same Congress that left the border areas of India to their fate. Modi has given many times more money than Congress. Today, hundreds of kilometers of new roads have been built along the border. Today, the lives of soldiers and our people living near the border have become easier.”
PM Modi highlighted the successful implementation of the One Rank One Pension scheme, a long-standing demand of military personnel fulfilled under his leadership. “Congress made military families yearn for One Rank One Pension for four decades. Congress used to say they would bring OROP by showing just 500 crores. This was a huge insult to our army because it was impossible to implement OROP with just 500 crores. It is Modi who has implemented OROP. Modi has given about 1.25 lakh crore rupees to former soldiers through OROP. That's why people say, Modi delivers what he guarantees.”
PM Modi also spoke about sensitive issues, accusing Congress and the INDI alliance of undermining the reservation system and conspiring against the Ram Temple. “I have come today to warn the people of Himachal about another conspiracy by Congress and the INDI alliance. These people want to completely abolish the reservation for SC-ST-OBC and give it to Muslims. Congress is also opposing the Ram temple. You people of Himachal tell me, did you feel good visiting Ram Lalla? But Congress cannot tolerate the Ram temple. Congress is conspiring to lock the Ram temple. Will you allow the Ram temple to be locked?”
Reaffirming his government's commitment to development, PM Modi listed the various initiatives taken for Himachal Pradesh, including the establishment of prestigious educational institutions and infrastructural projects. “No one thought that institutions like IIIT, IIM, and AIIMS could exist in Himachal. But with Modi, it is possible. Himachal has received a bulk drugs park and a medical device park. Himachal is among the first states in the country where the Vande Bharat train started.”
“Modi has guaranteed to make 3 crore sisters associated with self-help groups ‘Lakhpati Didis.’ Modi has also brought a big scheme to make your electricity bill zero. With the ‘PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana’ your bill will be zero, and you will also earn thousands of rupees. Just as Modi has fulfilled previous guarantees, Modi will fulfill these guarantees as well,” he added.
Addressing his second public meeting in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, PM Modi spoke about the aspirations of the youth and the importance of women's empowerment. He stressed the need for inclusive development and equal opportunities for all citizens.
PM Modi denounced the Congress party's regressive policies and divisive politics, calling for support to build a prosperous and united India. He said, “The Congress has not yet arrived in the 21st century. While people progress, Congress moves in the opposite direction. It's heading back to the 20th century. The Congress royal family is staunchly against daughters. The entire Congress is vehemently anti-women. But for my family in Himachal, listen to me carefully, and educate your daughters well. The assurance of providing them with an open and safe environment and offering them new heights is from Modi.”
“I have opened the doors of military schools and defense academies for daughters. The doors that were once closed for daughters in the army have also been opened. The number of women in central forces has more than doubled in ten years. Whether fighter pilots or passenger aircraft pilots, the coming five years are going to be a soaring flight for daughters. This is Modi's Guarantee,” he added.
Speaking about Congress’ misrule in the state and how his government took initiatives to preserve the state’s heritage, PM Modi said, “Modi government has vigorously promoted this heritage. Himachal's, the country's pride and prosperity, require your every vote. Congress is leading Himachal to ruin. So, it is necessary to stop it. I need your support to remove Himachal from the clutches of Congress.”
While concluding his address, PM Modi called upon the people of Himachal Pradesh to reject the Congress party's outdated ideology and support the BJP in the upcoming elections. He urged voters to elect BJP candidates to ensure continued progress and development in the region.
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मुझे आशीर्वाद चाहिए ताकतवर भारत बनाने के लिए: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/EDfk8BFTtf
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) May 24, 2024
मैं मां भारती का अपमान नहीं सह सकता। pic.twitter.com/aZ2VQD2GQh
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) May 24, 2024
जब बॉर्डर स्टेट में सड़क बनाने की बात आती थी...तो कांग्रेस के हाथ-पांव फूल जाते थे।
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) May 24, 2024
कांग्रेस डर जाती थी कि अगर सड़क बनाई तो उसी सड़क से दुश्मन भीतर आ जाएगा। pic.twitter.com/kBBqRi5Y2C
कांग्रेस और इंडी-गठबंधन...स्वार्थी है...अवसरवादी है। pic.twitter.com/8H3LpdOAad
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) May 24, 2024
हिमाचल, राम मंदिर के निर्माण की संकल्प भूमि है: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/z12p9w5M4w
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) May 24, 2024
चौबीस के इस चुनाव में 5 चरणों के चुनाव हो चुके हैं।
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) May 24, 2024
इन पांच चरणों में BJP-NDA को बहुमत से ज्यादा सीटें मिल चुकी हैं। pic.twitter.com/0TsSNsDVXX
कांग्रेस को ऐसा भारत पसंद है जहां गरीबी हो, संकट हो, नागरिक समस्याओं से घिरे हों... pic.twitter.com/68SjwlsgiU
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) May 24, 2024
इस देश को वो बनाएंगे जो मिट्टी से उठकर पहाड़ जितनी ऊंचाइयां छूते हैं: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/fAOjxYANqC
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ये कांग्रेस, 21वीं सदी में आ ही नहीं पाई। pic.twitter.com/KN1kPwHmVR
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) May 24, 2024
भारत, बुद्ध का देश है...और मोदी सरकार ने ज़ोर शोर से अपनी इस विरासत का प्रचार प्रसार किया है। pic.twitter.com/UmwNlu0GPN
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