In an interview with ANI, PM Modi said the electoral bonds scheme was aimed at curbing black money in elections and said the opposition wants to run away after making allegations. Noting that he had never said that a decision taken cannot have a shortcoming, PM Modi has accused the opposition parties of “spreading lies” over the electoral bonds scheme, which has been struck down by the Supreme Court, and said, “everyone will regret it when there is an honest reflection”. He said of the 16 companies who gave donations after action by probe agencies, only 37 per cent of the amount went to the BJP and 63 per cent to opposition parties opposed to the BJP.
Speaking in an interview with ANI, PM Modi also questioned the opposition for spreading fear that the BJP would seek to change the constitution if it is voted to power in the Lok Sabha elections. “When I say that I have big plans, no one should be scared. I don’t take decisions to scare or run over anyone, I take decisions for the wholesome development of the nation. Additionally, governments always say we have done everything, but I don’t believe I have done everything. I have tried to do everything in the right direction, yet there is so much I need to do because I see that my country has so many needs. How do I fulfill the dreams of every family, that is why I say this is a trailer,” the PM said. He added, “On One Nation One Election, PM Modi says, “…One nation one election is our commitment…Many people have come on board in the country…Many people have given their suggestions to the committee. Very positive and innovative suggestions have come. The country will benefit a lot if we are able to implement this report. You have raised the right point. One nation one election is our commitment. We have spoken in the Parliament as well. We have also made a committee. The committee’s report has also come. So in terms of one nation one election, many people have come on board in the country…Many people have given their suggestions to the committee. Very positive & innovative suggestions have come. The country will benefit a lot if we are able to implement this report.” While talking about Elon Musk, PM Modi said, “Elon Musk is supporter of Modi is one thing, basically, he is a supporter of India…I want investment in India. Paisa kisi ka bhi laga ho, paseena mere desh ka lagna chahiye, uske andar sugandh mere desh ki mitti ki aani chahiye, taaki mere desh ke naujawan ko rozgar mile (Whoever wishes to invest can, but it must be built by Indians so that the youth of my country get employement): PM Narendra Modi when asked about Elon Musk’s entry into the Indian market and job creation.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today stated there was a broad roadmap in the BJP manifesto, released a day ago, for every section of society in India. PM Modi, speaking at a public meeting at Kattakada in the Attingal Lok Sabha constituency, reached out to the coastal community in Kerala by promising to safeguard the coastline and protect their livelihoods. Earlier today, PM Modi said that the politics of Kerala is seeing a major shift and people of that no longer support the LDF and UDF.
PM Modi will also address an election rally in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu today. PM Modi will campaign for the party’s candidates for Tirunelveli, Kanniyakumari and Tenkasi at the meeting scheduled in Ambasamudram in the district. The BJP has fielded party leaders, Pon Radhakrishnan from Kanniyakumari and Nainar Nagendran from Tirunelveli, whereas ally John Pandian of Tamizhaga Makkal Munnerra Kazhagam is contesting on BJP’s Lotus symbol from Tenkasi (SC). Elections to 39 Lok Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu will be held on April 19. Home Minister Amit Shah will attend a public rally in Kumarghat of Tripura as part of BJP’s poll campaign. Later, Shah will head to Hapta Kangjeibung in Imphal, Manipur to attend a public meeting,
The Congress released a list of observers for three Lok Sabha constituencies of Himachal Pradesh on Sunday.The list includes the names of Sanjay Dutt, Anees Ahmed and Dheeraj Gurjar. In a letter dated April 14, Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal said, “Congress President has approved the proposal of the appointment of the following leaders as observers for the following Lok Sabha constituencies in Himachal Pradesh, with immediate effect.” The state has four Lok Sabha seats–Hamirpur, Mandi, Shimla, and Kangra.The polling for four Lok Sabha seats in Himachal, along with six Assembly seats that fell vacant following the disqualification of Congress MLAs, will be held on June 1.