TL;DR:
During a rally in Akola, PM Modi accused Congress-ruled states of being “ATMs” for the party’s leadership. He urged voters to prevent Maharashtra from becoming one and criticized the Congress for neglecting Dr. Ambedkar's legacy while fostering corruption and caste divisions. 🔍
In a fiery campaign speech in Akola on November 9, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Congress party. He alleged that states governed by Congress are functioning as “ATMs” for the party’s “shahi parivar” (royal family). 💰🏛️ Modi’s remarks come as part of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) effort to rally voters ahead of the upcoming state elections. 🗳️
Modi asserted that Maharashtra should not be allowed to become an ATM for Congress, urging voters to ensure the state’s resources benefit the people rather than a select few. He highlighted the importance of good governance and development-focused politics. 📊🏗️
Further sharpening his criticism, Modi challenged Congress leaders to demonstrate their commitment to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s legacy. He questioned whether they had visited the “panchteerth,” five key sites associated with Ambedkar, a visionary leader and architect of the Indian Constitution. 📜🙏 According to Modi, the Congress has consistently failed to honor Ambedkar’s contributions, focusing instead on divisive politics.
The Prime Minister also took aim at the opposition coalition in Maharashtra, the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), accusing them of corruption and fostering scams. He alleged that their governance has been synonymous with misuse of power and public funds. 🕵️♂️💼
Modi warned against the dangers of caste-based politics, accusing Congress of dividing communities to serve its political interests. He emphasized the need for unity and progress, urging citizens to reject divisive narratives and focus on building a stronger, more prosperous Maharashtra. 🌾⚙️
This rally is part of the BJP’s broader campaign to highlight what it sees as the Congress party’s failures and to present itself as the party of progress and national pride. 🇮🇳🚀
