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PM Modi Criticises Opposition at Public Meeting in Meerut, Says 'I am returning the stolen …'

Harsh

Mar 31, 2024 13:00 GMT

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As the Lok Sabha election dates for 2024 were announced, political parties across India swiftly geared up for the electoral battle. Alongside the preparations, a flurry of accusations and rebuttals ensued among the contenders. Prime Minister Modi kickstarted his election rally from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, today. Meanwhile, the India Alliance hosted a significant rally at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi. With the elections scheduled in 7 phases, the first phase is set for April 19, intensifying the political fervor across the nation.

PM Modi’s Address in Meerut Rally

#WATCH | Meerut, Uttar Pradesh | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "The INDI alliance, which hates farmers, did not even give due respect to Chaudhary Charan Singh. The entire country saw what the INDI alliance did inside the Parliament during the discussion in the Parliament.… pic.twitter.com/s0XF4WJVNT
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Addressing the crowd, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the alleged disregard shown by the INDI alliance towards farmers, notably towards Chaudhary Charan Singh. He condemned the actions within the Parliament, especially during discussions concerning Jayant Chaudhary's plea for the Bharat Ratna award. PM Modi emphasized the need for Congress and SP to apologize to the farmers for the perceived disrespect shown.

Crackdown on Corruption

#WATCH | Meerut, Uttar Pradesh | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "During Congress rule, thousands of crores of rupees of poor, small investors, and banks were wrongfully confiscated... We have confiscated the property of the corrupt people and more than Rs 17000 crore have… pic.twitter.com/QzD83VTwg8
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PM Modi shifted focus to the issue of corruption, citing the misappropriation of funds during the Congress regime, which adversely affected the poor, small investors, and banks. He boasted about the government's efforts in seizing assets from corrupt individuals, returning over Rs 17,000 crore to those affected by wrongful confiscation. PM Modi assured that his administration is committed to investigating and recovering funds from those who have defrauded the nation.

Guarantee of Accountability

Concluding his address, PM Modi reiterated his commitment to combating corruption and ensuring accountability. He pledged to return the stolen wealth to the people, emphasizing his determination to uphold the trust placed in him by the citizens of India.