Campaigning Highlights
On the eve of Phase 2 of the Lok Sabha Polls, Prime Minister Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi have intensified their campaigning efforts, addressing public gatherings across various constituencies. Prime Minister Modi commenced his day with a public meeting in Surguja, Chhattisgarh, followed by rallies in Sagar and Betul, Madhya Pradesh. Additionally, he is set to lead a roadshow in Bhopal later today, marking a vigorous end to Phase 2 campaigning.
Rahul Gandhi’s Resumption
After a brief hiatus due to illness, Rahul Gandhi resumes campaigning with fervor. He is scheduled to address public meetings in Amravati and Solapur, Maharashtra, aiming to rally support in the final leg of Phase 2. The Supreme Court is anticipated to issue directives on petitions advocating for comprehensive cross-verification of votes cast via Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) using Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT). VVPAT ensures transparent and verifiable electoral processes, allowing voters to confirm the accuracy of their ballots.
Insights from the Election Trail
During his recent rally in Tonk, Rajasthan, Prime Minister Modi accused the Congress of attempting religious-based reservation, specifically highlighting their alleged efforts to allocate reservation to Muslims. He emphasized the importance of upholding constitutional values and criticized the Congress’s purported agenda.
Reactions and Counterarguments
Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi and P. Chidambaram, have vehemently rebutted Prime Minister Modi’s allegations. Priyanka Gandhi condemned Modi’s remarks on Congress’s manifesto, refuting claims of intending to revoke traditional symbols like the ‘Mangal Sutra’ from women. Similarly, Chidambaram challenged Modi to pinpoint any aspect of the Congress manifesto promoting appeasement, asserting the manifesto’s substance and relevance.
Reflecting on Promises
Criticism extends beyond party lines, with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accusing Prime Minister Modi of unfulfilled promises. Kharge scrutinizes Modi’s past pledges, including the infamous assurance of depositing Rs 15 lakh into every household’s account and doubling farmers’ incomes, highlighting their absence in reality.
Electoral Dynamics: Surat’s Affidavit Controversy
In Surat, Gujarat, recent developments have stirred controversy as affidavits disowning signatures on nomination papers surfaced. Notably, these affidavits were attested by a member of the Surat City BJP legal cell, raising questions about the integrity of the electoral process. As Phase 2 of the Lok Sabha Elections approaches, voters across 13 states prepare to cast their ballots in 89 parliamentary constituencies on April 26. With critical decisions looming, citizens gear up to exercise their democratic rights and shape the future governance of the nation.
The final day of Phase 2 campaigning witnesses a flurry of activity as political leaders vie for voter support through impassioned speeches and strategic engagements. Against a backdrop of legal deliberations and electoral controversies, the electorate remains vigilant, scrutinizing promises and policies laid out by competing parties. As the nation awaits the Supreme Court’s pronouncement and prepares for the impending electoral showdown, the political landscape brims with anticipation and fervor.
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