Bhubaneswar, Nov 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp critique of the opposition on Friday, accusing them of attempting to mislead the nation and plotting against the country in their anger over losing power at the Centre.
Speaking to BJP workers in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, PM Modi remarked that those who view power as their "birthright" have failed to regain control of the government for the past decade, and their frustration is now being channeled into destabilizing the nation.
"Over the years, I have seen many different aspects of politics, both as Chief Minister and Prime Minister. Political opposition is natural, and differences in opinion are expected on various policies. Movements to convey a party's message to the public, within the boundaries of democracy and the Constitution, are a part of political life. However, recently there has been a noticeable shift. The spirit of India’s Constitution is being trampled, and democratic norms are being disregarded. For the last ten years, those who view power as their birthright have been unable to reclaim it. Now, in their anger, they are lashing out at the people for choosing a different path," Modi stated.
He warned that this frustration has led to Congress and other opposition forces misleading the public, using lies and rumors to push the country in the wrong direction. "These people have been running a 'shop of lies' for 50-60 years. Now, their campaign has gained momentum. For those who care about the nation, respect the Constitution, and are alert to these developments, it has become a challenge to expose these lies and prevent such people from leading the country astray," he added.
The Prime Minister also criticized the opposition’s “ill-campaigning” against the BJP-led government, suggesting that despite all their attempts, the public continued to show overwhelming support for the BJP. He recalled the BJP's historic success in the Odisha Legislative Assembly elections, attributing the victory to the BJP’s sincere efforts for the people of Odisha and the strong bond it had built with the people of the state, even from Delhi.
"In Odisha, even just a few months before the elections, so-called political experts were dismissing the BJP's chances of forming a major force in the state. They believed the BJP could never win on its own strength. But when the results came, they were shocked. The BJP’s work for the people of Odisha, and the connection it built with the people, had reached every household," Modi said.
PM Modi is currently on a three-day visit to Odisha, where he is set to attend the All India Conference of Director Generals/Inspector Generals of Police 2024, which will begin in Bhubaneswar on November 30.
