Lok Sabha Elections of 2024: At an election rally in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared, “The DMK has the first copyright on corruption; the entire family is looting Tamil Nadu.”
With only ten days to go for polling for the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections, political parties are conducting several rallies across India to win votes.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, said that family politics, corruption, and an anti-Tamil culture were the three major features of the ruling DMK party. The Dravidian party, he claimed, seemed to have a “copyright’’ to indulge in corruption in Tamil Nadu.
He was addressing a public meeting at the 16th-century granite Fort complex in Vellore town in support of NDA candidates A. C. Shanmugam (Vellore), A. Ashwathaman (Tiruvannamalai), K. Balu (Arakkonam), Ganesh Kumar (Arani), Sowmiya Anbumani (Dharmapuri) and C. Narasimhan (Krishnagiri) for the Lok Sabha polls.
The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), the Opposition alliance in Maharashtra, has finally sealed its seat-sharing deal for the Lok Sabha election on April 9. As part of the agreement, Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) will contest 21 seats, the Sharad Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-Sharadchandra Pawar) will contest 10 seats while the Congress will get 17 seats.
Meanwhile, the Congress announced the names of six Lok Sabha and 12 Assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh on April 9. According to the list released by the party, Pulusu Satyanarayana Reddy (Visakhapatnam) Vegi Venkatesh (Anakapalle), Lavanya Kavuri (Eluru), Garnepudi Alexander Sudhakar (Narasaraopet), Koppula Raju (Nellore) and Chinta Mohan (Tirupati) will contest the Lok Sabha polls.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) began its door-to-door drive under its “Jail ka Jawab Vote se” campaign on April 9 to garner support for arrested Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the party in the upcoming Lok Sabha election.
Meanwhile, The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered the withdrawal of 50 companies (each company has around 100 personnel) of CAPFs, mainly drawn from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Border Security Force (BSF), from the violence-hit State. The two Lok Sabha seats in the violence-hit State will witness polling on April 19 and April 26.
Here are the live updates.
1. Northeast’s Transformation: The BJP president, J. P. Nadda, highlighted Northeast India’s outstanding development during the last ten years. Known for problems like movements and bandhs, the area has advanced significantly during the rule of Modi. The northeastern state’s Lok Sabha and Assembly elections are soon, and the BJP unveiled its platform, which emphasizes growth in several areas, including tourism, power, and governance.
2. Lok Sabha Poll Delay in Betul: Because of the unexpected passing of a BSP candidate, the Madhya Pradesh Lok Sabha election in the Betul constituency has been rescheduled until May 7. In certain situations, the election is postponed by electoral laws so that the party can propose a new candidate. By Section 52 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, the Election Commission declared the new poll date.
3. Manipur’s Unity and BJP’s Stand: The BJP’s candidate from Inner Manipur for the Lok Sabha elections, Thounaojam Basanta Kumar Singh, the state’s minister of law, highlighted the party’s commitment to a unified Manipur. Rejecting separatist impulses, he reaffirmed the BJP’s commitment to safeguarding the state for coming generations. Singh rejected divisive agendas and emphasized the need for peace and unity in the area.
4. Congress Leader Joins BJP: In Rajasthan, Congress leader Sitaram Agarwal switched allegiance to the BJP, joining the party along with his supporters. Agarwal, who contested Jaipur’s Vidhyadhar Nagar seat in the previous assembly elections, made the move in the presence of BJP leaders. His decision reflects ongoing shifts in political affiliations ahead of the elections.
5. Athawale’s Electoral Plans: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale expressed his desire to contest the Shirdi Lok Sabha seat in Maharashtra. However, due to alliance constraints, his plans didn’t materialize. Athawale, a prominent Dalit leader, addressed the press in Nagpur, indicating his party workers’ support for him to continue with the ruling NDA and seek a cabinet berth at the Centre.
As India prepares for important elections, these occurrences highlight the country’s dynamic political environment, which reflects regional movements, problems, and aspirations. As the election progresses, check back for more updates.
BJP’s Candidate List and Allegations Against Assam CM
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has returned to the political scene with a new slate of nine candidates for the 2018 elections, amid a flurry of electoral tactics. Prominent individuals like Sanjay Tandon, who will represent Chandigarh, and S.S. Ahluwalia, who is prepared to fight in Asansol, West Bengal, are among these contestants.
But candidate lists aren’t the only thing in politics. Congress lawmaker Pradyut Bordoloi in Assam has interfered with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s campaign apparatus. Sarma is being accused of misleading voters with false promises and of breaking the model code of conduct. The Chief Election Commissioner received a complaint from Bordoloi that focused on Sarma’s purported promise to transfer ₹10,000 to each ration cardholder’s bank account after the election.
According to Bordoloi, these inducements not only violate moral principles but also threaten the credibility of the voting process.
DMK’s Purported Qualifications
It is a big allegation by the Prime Minister to say that the DMK is rooted in family politics, corruption, and anti-Tamil culture. For many, it highlights a story of disenchantment with the current political system, illustrating structural problems impeding the advancement of the state. Particularly in a state that is extremely proud of its linguistic and cultural legacy, the charge of an anti-Tamil culture has resonance.
Election Ideologies
At the opposite extreme of the political spectrum, Rahul Gandhi, the Congressman, simultaneously sparked an ideological discussion. His statements regarding the election as a conflict between unity and division cut to the core of political discourse. An already complicated election picture is further complicated by accusations and counter-accusations amongst political heavyweights.
Party Organisation
Amidst these intensely contested political stories, Congress workers from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, switched to the BJP, signifying a concrete display of shifting loyalty. Such actions highlight the fluidity of Indian politics and cast doubt on the ideological consistency of individual parties.
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The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Sharad Pawar, has released its third slate of candidates for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra. The party’s selection of Shashikant Shinde and Shriram Patil to represent them in Satara and Raver, respectively, is expected to intensify the electoral contest.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi caused a commotion in politics when he made statements at a campaign event in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, farther south. Modi highlighted the NDA’s efforts to create a wealthy India and the BJP’s increasing support in the state. His severe criticism, meanwhile, was directed at the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), which he charged with monopolizing corruption and impeding the advancement of the state through its “family company” model. With a focus on the DMK’s supposed divisive tactics and treatment of political opponents, especially the late Jayalalithaa, Modi’s rhetoric became more aggressive.
Meanwhile, as he prepares to mobilize support for Raju Parwe, the Shiv Sena’s candidate, in Nagpur, Modi’s electoral passion spreads to Maharashtra. Parwe’s transition from the Congress to the Shiv Sena highlights how fluid coalitions are in Indian politics. As Maharashtra prepares for multiple phases of voting, the results of each campaign stop will have a big impact on the outcome of the election.
Turning our attention to Krishnagiri, there is a political confrontation developing between the Congress-DMK coalition and the AIADMK. Both parties are using themes of dissatisfaction to their advantage, attacking the state-level DMK government as well as the federal BJP-led government. Smaller parties like the NTK compete for attention in the middle of this conflict, which further complicates the electoral picture.
Both well-known candidates and fresh faces compete for the support of the voters in this area. Experienced politician K. Gopinath has been nominated by the Congress, and V. Jayaprakash has been proposed by the AIADMK. Furthermore, to add to the electoral complication, the BJP and NTK have fielded candidates, Vidya Rani and C. Narasimhan, respectively.
These updates provide an insight into the competitive races and calculated moves that are determining India’s political future as the nation prepares for yet another spectacular election.
Maharashtra | NCP (SP) announces 3rd list of candidates
The NCP (SP), led by Sharad Pawar, has unveiled its third slate of candidates for the Maharashtra Lok Sabha elections. On behalf of the party, Shashikant Shinde (Satara) and Shriram Patil (Raver) will run.
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Modi’s Campaign in the Elections of Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu
When: April 10, 2024, at 11:45 a.m.
Where: Tamil Nadu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent campaign rallies in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, and his impending rally in Nagpur, Maharashtra, are significant turning points in the unfolding drama of the nation’s democratic process as the political battleground heats up throughout India.
In a heated speech, Prime Minister Modi outlined the vision for a thriving India shared by the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Vellore. Modi sought to bolster support for his party’s candidates in the approaching elections by highlighting Tamil Nadu’s noteworthy contributions to the country’s industrial and space sectors.
But what made news was his vicious criticism of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). Modi’s remarks, which accused the DMK of being a corrupt “family company,” resonated with the crowd. He painted the DMK as an impediment to Tamil Nadu’s development, highlighting its purported resource exploitation for private benefit.
Modi’s trip to Nagpur, Maharashtra, highlights the importance of the current election contest. As a campaigner for Raju Parwe of the Shiv Sena, a recent Congress defector, Modi’s presence in the state signifies the BJP’s strategic partnerships. Maharashtra provides 48 Lok Sabha seats, hence every constituency plays a significant role in determining the political climate in the area.
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Tamil Nadu | Modi’s Chennai roadshow – yet another reflection of the BJP’s ‘southern push’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Tamil Nadu on April 9 and April 10 to drum up support for his party in the Lok Sabha election has only reinforced the perception that the BJP is devoting a greater amount of time and energy this time to make inroads into the southern State than in the past.
This is Mr. Modi’s seventh trip to Tamil Nadu since February 27
