Modi and Shah’s Bihar Rallies: A Blend of Politics and Hindutva
In a high-voltage political rally in Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) of exploiting caste and religious divisions for electoral gains. Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah invoked the Ram Mandir and the proposed Sita Temple in Sitamarhi to consolidate Hindu votes ahead of crucial elections.
Modi’s Attack: “Congress, RJD Promoting Division”
Addressing a packed crowd in Nawada, PM Modi launched a sharp critique of opposition parties, alleging they thrive on division.
- “Divide and Rule” Politics: Modi claimed Congress and RJD use caste and religion to create unrest, contrasting it with BJP’s “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” slogan.
- Reservation Debate: He dismissed opposition claims about BJP scrapping reservations, citing the 103rd Amendment for EWS quotas.
- Uniform Civil Code Push: Modi linked opposition resistance to UCC and Article 370 repeal as proof of their divisive agenda.
Amit Shah’s Hindutva Push: Ram Mandir to Sita Temple
At a rally in Sheohar, Shah emphasized BJP’s cultural commitments:
- Ram Mandir Achievement: Highlighted the Ayodhya temple as a fulfilled promise.
- Sita Temple Vision: Proposed Sitamarhi’s development as a major pilgrimage hub for Maa Sita.
- Opposition Neglect: Accused RJD-Congress of ignoring Hindu heritage sites.
Opposition Response: “BJP’s Polarization Strategy”
Congress and RJD leaders fired back:
- Tejashwi Yadav (RJD): “BJP uses religion to hide unemployment and inflation failures.”
- Pawan Khera (Congress): “Temple politics won’t mask economic struggles.”
Bihar’s Electoral Battle: Caste, Religion, and Governance
With Nitish Kumar’s JD(U) back in NDA, BJP aims to balance Hindutva and development appeals. The INDIA bloc faces challenges in countering BJP’s narrative as elections approach.
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