Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that when there is good governance, when there is devotion to public welfare, the word “anti-incumbency” becomes irrelevant, following registering a landslide victory in three states – Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan.
#WATCH | Winter Session of Parliament | PM Narendra Modi says, "When there is good governance, when there is devotion to public welfare, the word "anti-incumbency" becomes irrelevant. You can call it "pro-incumbency" or "good governance" or "transparency" or "concrete plans for… pic.twitter.com/mtLGliuqkQ
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Addressing the media, PM Narendra Modi said, “Efficient governance and dedication to public welfare render the term ‘anti-incumbency’ irrelevant. This reflects the people’s support for good governance, transparency, and robust plans for public welfare. This remarkable public mandate has brought us together at this new parliamentary temple.”
#WATCH | Winter Session of Parliament | PM Narendra Modi says, "The country has rejected negativity. Before the commencement of the session, we hold discussions with our colleagues in the Opposition…We urge and pray for the cooperation of everyone. This time too, the process… pic.twitter.com/egfoYHwELP
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PM Modi urged cooperation from all members for a productive start with constructive debates. Emphasizing the rejection of negativity by the country, he extended an invitation to the opposition to engage positively.
#WATCH | Winter Session of Parliament | PM Narendra Modi says, "I have been urging for your (Opposition) cooperation in the House. Today, I also speak politically – it is beneficial for you too if you give a message of positivity to the country. It is not right for democracy if… pic.twitter.com/d2FjMDPR6i
— ANI (@ANI) December 4, 2023
“The process has been undertaken, and rather than venting out their anger from defeat in the assembly elections, they should take lessons and approach the session with positivity,” he emphasized.
#WATCH | Winter Session of Parliament | PM Narendra Modi says, "…Rajnaitik garmi badi tezi se badh rahi hai. Yesterday, the results of the four-state elections came out. The results are very encouraging – encouraging for those who are committed to the welfare of the common… pic.twitter.com/CqzAk1AFHH
— ANI (@ANI) December 4, 2023
PM Modi highlighted the significance of Parliament as the temple of democracy, essential for public aspirations and India’s development.
A BJP sweep across the Hindi heartland during the recent state assembly elections surprised rivals and even some pollsters. The party secured significant mandates in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan, upending predictions of closely contested races.
#WATCH | Winter Session of Parliament | PM Narendra Modi says, "…If I speak on the basis of the recent elections' results, this is a golden opportunity for our colleagues sitting in the Opposition. Instead of taking out your anger of defeat in this session, if you go ahead with… pic.twitter.com/jx590Ahdru
— ANI (@ANI) December 4, 2023
The election outcomes, particularly the losses in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, dealt a substantial blow to Congress’s 2024 hopes as it lost power across a significant section of the Hindi heartland.
In Rajasthan, the BJP poised to form the government, secured victory in 115 seats, with the Congress trailing at 69. Similarly, in Chhattisgarh, of the 90 assembly constituencies, the BJP secured 54, leaving the Congress with 35 seats.
These results showcased a departure from several pollster predictions, painting a contrasting picture and reaffirming the BJP’s stronghold in these states. The defeats in these key territories have reshaped the political landscape, signifying a shift in power dynamics and influencing future strategies for the Congress party in the coming years.
