Rahul is 'self-proclaimed prince': Modi predicts Congress's defeat in Assam
What's the story
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Congress party during a rally in Gogamukh, Assam. He took an indirect jibe at Rahul Gandhi, calling him a "self-proclaimed prince" and predicting a "hat-trick" of defeats for the party, according to The Times of India. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would achieve a "hattrick" in Assam's upcoming elections.
Development praise
Modi credits Sonowal, Sarma for Assam's progress
PM Modi credited the progress of Assam in the last decade to former chief minister Sarbananda Sonowal and current CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. He said, "First under the leadership of Sarbananda Sonowal and then under the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam has witnessed a new era of service and good governance in the past 10 years." The Prime Minister also referred to the BJP's manifesto as a "Mangal Patra" for Assam's future.
Election promises
Congress brought violence, instability to Assam: PM
The manifesto includes promises of governance reforms and social initiatives, such as implementing a Uniform Civil Code. "To ensure that no deceit is done to our daughters, many major announcements have also been made to ensure the dignity, respect, and safety of our daughters' lives," Modi was quoted as saying. He contrasted this with the Congress's rule, which he accused of bringing instability and violence to the state, stating, "news from Assam was only about bombs, guns, riots, and curfews."
Tech hub
Plans to make Assam a technology hub
The PM also spoke about plans to make Assam a technology hub with semiconductor manufacturing. He said, "Now, Assam will be recognized by the world not only for tea but also for chips." On infrastructure development, he slammed previous Congress governments for neglecting connectivity over the Brahmaputra River.
Identity protection
Modi vows to tackle illegal infiltration
PM Modi also addressed illegal infiltration, vowing that the NDA government would take strict action against it. He said, "Congress wants to settle foreigners in Assam and make the native sons and daughters of this land a minority." The rally was a major campaign event ahead of Assam's single-phase election on April 9, with results due on May 4.