Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a public address in Munger, Bihar, on April 26, took aim at the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), attributing the struggles faced by the people of Munger during its reign to what he termed the “dark era” of “Jungle Raj.”
Charges Against Congress and RJD
The Prime Minister charged the Congress and RJD with planning to “loot” the wealth of the people to cater to their “special vote bank.” He drew a contrast between this and the governance model of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which he described as one of satisfaction (santushtikaran), in contrast to the Indian National Democratic Alliance’s (INDI) model of appeasement (tushtikaran).
NDA’s Promise of Inclusive Progress
PM Modi reiterated the NDA’s promise of inclusive progress, stating that his government has ensured that no one is left behind. He highlighted the various amenities provided by his government, such as toilets, gas, electricity connections, and water facilities, along with free ration and medical treatment.
He emphasized, “We never asked anyone about the religion or caste of the beneficiaries…anyone who is eligible will get the benefits. This is true secularism and true social justice.”
The Political Scenario
The Prime Minister’s remarks come at a time of significant political shifts in Bihar. His critique of the RJD and the contrasting governance models is expected to further stimulate the political discourse in the state.
