Jammu, Sept 28, 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a rally in Jammu, criticized Congress for failing to value the sacrifices made by Indian soldiers. He accused the party of neglecting the demands of the armed forces, including the ‘One Rank, One Pension’ scheme, which he claimed was ignored for over four decades.
“Congress never valued and respected the sacrifices our brave soldiers made for the nation,” said PM Modi, addressing a large gathering.
“Congress Responded to Firing from Across the Border with White Flags,” Says PM Modi
In a sharp attack on the Congress party, PM Modi claimed that whenever there was cross-border firing, Congress resorted to raising white flags as a sign of surrender. He contrasted this by saying that under BJP rule, India has responded with force and determination.
“When we came to power, we fired back. Congress used to raise white flags,” he stated during the rally.
Campaigning for Third Phase of J&K Polls Concludes Tomorrow
Campaigning for the third phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections is set to conclude tomorrow. In this phase, 40 constituencies will go to the polls on October 1, with vote counting scheduled for October 8.
PM Modi Criticizes Rahul Gandhi in Srinagar Rally
Prime Minister Modi also took aim at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his remarks made during a visit to the United States. Modi accused Gandhi of insulting Indian faith by making controversial statements about Hindu deities.
“The Congress heir went abroad and said that our ‘devi-devta’ are not gods… It is an insult to our faith,” said PM Modi, referring to a statement made by Gandhi earlier.
Key Highlights:
PM Modi accuses Congress of ignoring the demands of soldiers for decades.
Claims Congress responded to cross-border firing with white flags.
Campaigning for the third phase of J&K elections concludes tomorrow.
PM Modi criticizes Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on Hindu deities.
