Venting his anger over protest by the Indian Youth Congress at the AI Impact Global Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, hit out at the Congress, accusing it of using a global event for its “dirty and naked politics”.
PM Modi said the protest showed how “ideologically bankrupt” and “impoverished” the grand old party has become. In a scathing jibe at Congress, PM Modi said, “You are already naked, then why did you feel the need to take off your clothes?” The PM was in Meerut to inaugurate development projects worth around INR 12,930 crore in Meerut and said the BJP’s work culture ensures timely completion of projects once their foundation is laid.
Addressing a public meeting after flagging off the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat train from Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station here, Modi said the programme showcased the governance model of the double-engine Government.
Taking a swipe at the grand old party, Modi said metro services were operational in only five cities during its tenure, whereas the BJP has expanded the facility to more than 25 cities.
“Under the Congress-Samajwadi Party regime, progress would not have been possible amid infrastructure scams,” he said in the presence of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
The PM slammed the opposition, saying that there was a time when the Congress Government could not finalise agreements with developed countries even if it wanted to. “Today, developed countries are eager to connect with India because they see their future in India’s development,” he said.
He congratulated the residents of Meerut, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi on the launch of the services and recalled his long association with Meerut, noting that he had launched his campaign for the 2014, 2019 and 2024 Lok Sabha elections from the city.
Recalling his metro ride earlier in the day, he said students and other passengers expressed surprise at the scale and quality of the infrastructure.
He also referred to the improvements in law and order and travel safety, and said the region has undergone a transformation with increased women’s participation in various sectors.
The world feels India is a power that can provide solutions to the challenges of the 21st century, the PM said, adding that the BJP Government’s priority is the development of the country and the prosperity of citizens.
