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Patna, October 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched his Bihar Assembly election campaign from Samastipur, the birthplace of Bharat Ratna Jannayak Karpuri Thakur, where he addressed a massive rally.
In a scathing attack on the RJD-Congress alliance, the Prime Minister referred to the legacy of Karpoori Thakur and accused him of giving priority to his families over the people of Bihar.
PM Modi said, “RJD and Congress are only concerned about the political future of their families. That is why they are setting new records in lying to the youth of Bihar. Where RJD is there, there can be no law and order. Extortion, murder, ransom and kidnapping will flourish as industries under their rule.”
Taking a direct aim at RJD’s Jungle Raj era, the Prime Minister said, “RJD’s Jungle Raj has ruined many generations of Bihar. These are the people who are on bail in scams worth thousands of crores. Their habit of theft is such that now they are trying to steal the title of ‘Jan Nayak’ as well. The people of Bihar will never tolerate this insult of Karpoori Babu.”
The Prime Minister said that the NDA government under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is working to transform good governance into prosperity, inspired by the ideals of Karpoori Thakur.
He said, “There is no corner of Bihar where development work is not taking place. Roads, electricity, water, internet, gas connections – these are not just facilities but tools of empowerment.”
Highlighting the NDA government’s focus on infrastructure and welfare, PM Modi said, “The BJP-NDA government has given three times more funds for the development of Bihar compared to the Congress era. A six-lane highway is being built from Samastipur to Purnia, new railway lines and Vande Bharat trains are being started, and new power plants are under construction.”
PM Modi also announced initiatives for Makhana farmers of Mithila, and described the creation of the Makhana Board as the beginning of a new agricultural revolution.
He said, “More than Rs 28,000 crore has been deposited directly into the accounts of farmers of Bihar through PM Kisan Samman Nidhi.”
Referring to women empowerment, the Prime Minister praised the Chief Minister Mahila Rozgar Yojana, under which Rs 10,000 has been transferred to 1.2 crore women of Bihar.
“After November 14, when the NDA government is formed again, more incentives will be provided to empower our sisters across Bihar,” PM Modi promised.
He thanked the crowd for coming in large numbers despite the festive season.
“You are celebrating GST savings and preparing for Chhath Puja, yet you have gathered here in such large numbers. The atmosphere of Samastipur, the mood of Mithila has confirmed this – once again NDA government!”
Before addressing the rally, the Prime Minister visited Karpoori village, where he paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur and interacted with his family members.
Modi said, “It is his blessings that people like us coming from backward and poor families are standing on this stage today.”
Recalling Thakur’s contribution to social justice, he said, “Karpoori Thakur was a precious jewel of Mother India. Our government had the privilege of honoring him with the Bharat Ratna. Inspired by his vision, we have worked for the upliftment of the poor, Dalits, Mahadalits, backward and extremely backward classes. Our government provided 10 per cent reservation for economically weaker sections and extended reservation for SCs and STs in the next 10 years. for “Extended.”
With this rally, PM Modi formally sounded the election bugle for Bihar Assembly elections 2025, laying the foundation for the NDA’s campaign around development, social justice and sustainability.
–IANS
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