Kanker, Chhattisgarh: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a scathing critique of the Congress party during a public rally in the Naxalite-affected district of Kanker, ahead of the impending Chhattisgarh elections. In his speech, PM Modi asserted that "Congress and development cannot coexist" and emphasized the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) commitment to fortifying Chhattisgarh's distinct identity.
PM Modi also underscored the massive show of support for the BJP in Kanker. This rally marked his first public appearance in the Congress-governed state since the announcement of the election schedule.
Here are some of the key quotes from Prime Minister Modi's address in Kanker:
"Development and Congress are fundamentally incompatible."
"Our aim is to elevate Chhattisgarh to the ranks of the nation's leading states."
"Kanker bears witness to the significant support for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)."
"BJP's mission is to empower Chhattisgarh, safeguard the rights of tribal and marginalized communities."
"This election isn't just about choosing an MLA or Chief Minister; it's a decision that will shape the future of you and your children."
"The people of Chhattisgarh and the BJP collaborated tirelessly to establish the state, despite persistent conflicts with the Congress government. We remained steadfast in our commitment to the state's development."
"Over the past five years, Congress leaders have witnessed personal growth while Chhattisgarh's people endured dilapidated roads and substandard healthcare facilities."
The Chhattisgarh assembly elections in 2023 will be conducted in two phases. The first phase, encompassing 20 seats across seven districts in the Maoist-affected Bastar division, as well as Rajnandgaon, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki, Kabirdham, and Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai districts, will take place on November 7. The second phase will involve voting in the remaining 70 seats on November 17, with the counting of votes scheduled for December 3, and results to be declared on the same day.
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